[sdiy] 1N4148 Diode Substitutions?

[John L Marshall]

1N959B = Zener 8.2 V, 5%, 15 mA, 400 mW


Take care,
John

Pacific Northwest DIY Synth meeting, July 20, 2002
See: www.sound-photo.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Cynthia Webster" <cynthia.webster at gte.net>
To: "Diy" <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2002 12:26 PM
Subject: [sdiy] 1N4148 Diode Substitutions?


> Hi!
>
> I was just about to order a large batch of 1N4148's and I realized
> that I already have oodles of strange diodes that I'm not familiar with...
>
> For what we do, does anyone know if 1N959b diodes will work as a 1N4148
> or 914 replacement?
>
> Due to a grab bag internet purchase I have about two-hundred
> ITT FH  920 diodes, and almost as many ITT and IR 809 29  units
>
> I did a search on the archives but didn't find an answer, anyone know?
>
> Thanks
>
> Cynthia
>
> I guess that I usually take diodes for granted, (Sorry diodes!)
> is there a "Secret Life of Diodes" type site anywhere for such info?
> I thought I'd ask here first - before plowing into company datasheets
> that usually leave my head numb and my eyes swimming LOL!
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