Diodes Incorporated ABS10M-13

Overview

ABS10M-13 from Diodes Incorporated is a 1A surface-mount standard recovery bridge rectifier in SOPA-4 (Type WX) package, rated for 1000V peak repetitive reverse voltage (V_RRM), with max forward voltage of 0.95V at 0.5A and leakage current ≤10µA at 1000V. It serves as AC-to-DC input stage in offline power supplies, adapters, and industrial control power modules.

For engineers reviewing the ABS10M-13 datasheet, ABS10M-13 pinout, ABS10M-13 application, or ABS10M-13 equivalent, key selection criteria include V_RRM=1000V, I_F(AV)=1.0A, thermal resistance R_θJA=48°C/W, glass-passivated die construction, and RoHS-compliant matte tin plating - all critical for reliable mains-input rectification in space-constrained PCB designs.

Technical Context

This single-phase full-wave bridge rectifier integrates four diodes in one SOPA-4 plastic package with molded polarity indicator. Its standard recovery characteristic (t_rr not specified but implied by "standard recovery" classification) supports line-frequency (50/60Hz) rectification without high-frequency switching losses.

The device features glass-passivated junctions for enhanced reliability under thermal cycling and humidity stress, UL 94V-0 flammability rating, and moisture sensitivity level 1 - enabling reflow soldering without baking. Thermal design relies on its R_θJC=5°C/W and R_θJA=48°C/W values when mounted on 20mm×20mm 1oz copper pads per pin.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: SOPA-4 (Type WX), surface-mount plastic package with matte tin-plated leads, UL 94V-0 rated, 0.1g weight, polarity symbol molded on body.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar bridge rectifier applications.

Compared with GBU4K and MB10F, ABS10M-13 offers the optimal balance of SMT manufacturability, low V_F, UL recognition, and MSL-1 compatibility - making it preferred for new industrial and consumer power supply designs requiring automated assembly and regulatory readiness.

Availability

ABS10M-13 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for AC-DC power adapters, industrial control power supplies, LED driver input stages, and appliance motor control boards requiring stable component supply and full traceability.

Supply support for ABS10M-13 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Diodes Incorporated is a global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and analog ICs, headquartered in Plano, Texas, with design, manufacturing, and sales operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

The ABS10M belongs to Diodes' standard-recovery bridge rectifier product line, engineered for cost-effective, high-reliability AC input rectification in mainstream industrial, consumer, and computing power supplies.

FAQ

What is the maximum junction temperature for ABS10M-13?

The ABS10M-13 has a specified operating junction temperature range of −55°C to +150°C. This allows operation in harsh environments such as industrial control cabinets or automotive under-hood auxiliary supplies. Derating curves in the datasheet show that average forward current must be reduced above +75°C ambient to maintain safe junction temperatures under continuous load.

Is ABS10M-13 suitable for high-frequency switching applications?

No - ABS10M-13 is a standard recovery bridge rectifier, not optimized for high-frequency operation. Its unspecified reverse recovery time (t_rr) and 7.8pF junction capacitance indicate suitability for 50/60Hz line-frequency rectification only. For SMPS with >20kHz switching, fast- or ultrafast-recovery bridges (e.g., GBU6J or ABS20M) are required to minimize switching losses and EMI.

Does ABS10M-13 meet automotive qualification standards?

ABS10M-13 itself is not AEC-Q101 qualified. While Diodes offers AEC-Q101 variants in the same SOPA-4 package (e.g., ABS10M-AQ), the standard ABS10M-13 is intended for industrial and consumer applications. Automotive designs requiring PPAP documentation or IATF 16949 traceability must specify the -AQ suffix version or consult Diodes' automotive team for qualified alternatives.

How does the SOPA-4 package compare to other bridge rectifier packages like DIP-4 or GBU-4?

SOPA-4 is a surface-mount package with 3.8mm lead pitch and 6.6mm body width, enabling high-density PCB layouts and full automation. Unlike through-hole DIP-4 or GBU-4 packages, SOPA-4 eliminates manual insertion and wave soldering, reduces board area by ~60%, and supports reflow-compatible MSL Level 1 handling - critical for modern contract manufacturing and miniaturized power designs.