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1N5553
Diode Standard 800V 3A Through Hole
Part Number1N5553
ManufacturerVishay
AvailabilityIn stock — ships fast
Specifications
NSN5961-01-680-6835 (NSN)
Federal Item NameSEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE,DIODE
MaterialGLASS ENCLOSURE
Current Rating1.0 AMPERES MAXIMUM REVERSE CURRENT, PEAK
Terminals2 UNINSULATED WIRE LEAD
Mounting MethodTERMINAL
Overall Length2.90 INCHES MAXIMUM
Function For Which DesignedRECTIFIER
Voltage Rating In Volts Per Charac800.0 MAXIMUM REVERSE VOLTAGE, PEAK
Terminal Length1.30 INCHES MAXIMUM
Mounting Facility Quantity2
Federal Supply Class5961 — Semiconductor Devices And Associated Hardware
RH Electronics, Inc. — independent stocking distributor since 1982.
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Frequently asked
Is 1N5553 in stock?
Yes — 1N5553 is in our stock database. Request a quote for current pricing and lead time.
Is 1N5553 by Vishay obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If 1N5553 has been discontinued, we can often source remaining stock or qualified alternates. Contact us with your quantity and target date.
How does RH Electronics verify parts like 1N5553?
Every incoming shipment is inspected under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system — documentation, markings, and construction checked against known-good references. For deeper analysis, we direct work through accredited independent labs. We've been an ERAI member since 1998 and a GIDEP participant.
Can you find a cross-reference or alternate for 1N5553?
Yes. Our team reads part numbers the way they were designed — decoding family, speed, temperature grade, package, and reliability level — to identify acceptable alternates when the exact part isn't available. Submit a quote request and we'll advise.