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The PW4512 from Diotec Semiconductor is a high-performance, standard-recovery rectifier diode designed for demanding power applications. With a repetitive reverse voltage of 1200 V and a maximum average forward current of 45 A, the PW4512 delivers reliable performance in industrial and high-power environments.

Assembled in an industry-standard TO-247-2L package, the PW4512 ensures excellent thermal performance and easy heat sink assembly. The PW4512 features a low forward voltage drop of less than 1.1 V at 45 A and 25°C, which contributes to improved system efficiency and reduced power losses. The PW4512 also supports a high surge current capability of up to 300 A (10 ms), ensuring robust performance under transient conditions.

As such, the PW4512 is ideal for applications such as polarity protection or OR-ing circuits in battery-powered systems (e.g. back-up supplies for data servers or telecom base stations, UPS or solar water pumps), input rectification in industrial power supplies, motor drives, and inverters.

Key Features

• High voltage capability (1200 V)
• High forward current rating (45 A)
• Low forward voltage drop (< 1.1 V at 45 A, 25°C)
• High surge current capability (300 A, 10 ms)
• High power dissipation
• Easy heat sink mounting (TO-247-2L)
• Industry-standard package outline
   

Applications

• Back-up supplies for data servers
• Telecom base stations
• Motor drives
• Polarity protection
• OR-ing circuits
• Inverters
• Battery chargers
• Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
   

Specifications

• Average Forward Current (IFAV): 45 A
• Repetitive Reverse Voltage (VRRM): 1200 V
• Forward Voltage (VF): < 1.1 V at 45 A, 25°C
• Surge Current (IFSM): 300 A (10 ms)
• Recovery Time: 1500 ns (standard recovery)
• Package: TO-247-2L

The PW4512 combines high voltage capability, strong surge robustness, and efficient thermal performance, making it a reliable solution for industrial power conversion and protection applications.