The BYV26 is a fast avalanche sintered glass diode produced by Vishay Semiconductors. It features a glass passivated junction, hermetically sealed package, very low switching losses, low reverse current, high reverse voltage, lead-free component and component in accordance to RoHS 2002/95/EC and WEEE 2002/96/EC requirements. It is widely used in switched mode power supplies and high-frequency inverter circuits.
The BYV26 series is an ultra‑fast avalanche sinterglass diode offered in several voltage grades (200 V to 1000 V). It features a glass‑passivated junction, hermetically sealed SOD‑57 package, very low switching losses, low reverse current and RoHS‑compliant, lead‑free construction.
The document provides absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, thermal resistance, mechanical data, and graphs of reverse power dissipation, reverse current, forward current, and capacitance versus voltage. Environmental and legal notices conclude the sheet.
| Package | SOD‑57 sintered glass case |
|---|---|
| Reverse voltage (VRRM) BYV26A | 200 V |
| Reverse voltage (VRRM) BYV26E | 1000 V |
| Reverse current (IR) at 150 °C | 100 µA |
| Junction temperature range | -55 °C to +175 °C |
| Thermal resistance (RthJA) | 45 K/W |
| Weight | ≈369 mg |
The BYV26C diode is rated for a repetitive peak reverse voltage of 600 V.
It uses a SOD‑57 sintered glass case with plated axial leads.