[sdiy] Dual 914 diode in a SOT-23 package?

Neil Johnson neil.johnson97 at ntlworld.com
Sat Mar 10 19:33:47 CET 2012


Hi,

Justin Owen wrote:
> I'm trying to source a dual 914 diode in a SOT-23 package.
>
> I guess it'll be 2x diodes in series (Cathode to Anode). I know  
> NXP, Diodes Inc and Fairchild all do these parts but most sites  
> only list them as 'small signal' or 'switching' - so I'm not sure  
> what parts might be suitable.
>
> The diodes will be used mainly for op-amp input protection on a +/-  
> 12V supply.
>
> I'd appreciate any suggestions of part numbers - or even details to  
> compare to the data sheet for the PMBD914 which is the single  
> SOT-23 914 I'm currently using.

Easy one this: BAT54S.  Its Schottky, which might be an advantage.   
Used loads of them over the years.  There's also the BAT54C and  
BAT54A with common Cathode and Anode respectively.

Cheers,
Neil
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