GBPC 12, 15, 25, 35 SERIES Bridge Rectifiers (Glass Passivated)

Category: Diodes, Electronics, Fairchild Semiconductor

The GBPC 12, 15, 25, 35 SERIES of Bridge Rectifiers, produced by Fairchild Semiconductor, feature a glass passivated design, providing a range of high-performance rectifiers suitable for various electronic applications. These rectifiers come with an integrally molded heat-sink which significantly reduces thermal resistance and ensures maximum heat dissipation, maintaining the performance and longevity of the device even under surge overload conditions with ratings from 300 to 400 amperes.

Ensuring high reliability and safety, the device boasts an isolated voltage from case to lead, exceeding 2500 volts. This high level of isolation helps prevent electrical shorts and increases the operational security of the rectifiers. Moreover, the product adheres to stringent industry standards and certifications, reflected in its UL certification (UL #E258596), which attests to the rectifiers’ compliance with relevant safety and quality benchmarks.

The terminals of these bridge rectifiers are available with two types of finishes: the GBPC-W package type features terminals with a silver finish that are solderable per MIL-STD-202, Method 208 standards, while the standard GBPC package is finished with nickel. This distinction is important for users who have specific requirements regarding the solderability and durability of the rectifier connections.

The GBPC 12, 15, 25, 35 SERIES datasheet further designates suffixes to identify various structural features of the products: the “W” suffix indicates a Wire Lead Structure, whereas the “M” suffix points to modifications in the terminal locations (0 Terminal Location Face to Face Layout).

The documentation was provided in October 2013 and reflects the revision 1.3.2 of the Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation’s specifications for the GBPC Bridge Rectifiers Series. Enthusiasts and professionals can find more detailed information and technical specifications by visiting Fairchild Semiconductor’s official website.