Find a Retailer SHOP PRODUCT MENU BLOG find products, tutorials, etc... HOME / P R O D U C T C A T E G O R I E S LEARN / DIODES 0 SUPPORT LOG IN EDUCATION Need Help? REGISTER FORUM / DIODE RECTIFIER - 1A, 400V (1N4004) Diode Rectifier - 1A, 400V (1N4004) COM-14884 DESCRIPTION DOCUMENTS This is a simple, subminiature size, axial lead mounted rectifier diode. Often used for reverse voltage protection, the 1N4004 is a staple for many power, DC to DC step up, and breadboard projects. The 1N4004 is rated for up to 1A/400V. Tags 1N4004 COMPONENT DIODE PASSIVES images are CC BY 2.0 SHARE Diode Rectifier - 1A, 400V (1N4004) Product Help and Resources SKILLS NEEDED Core Skill: Soldering This skill defines how difficult the soldering is on a particular product. It might be a couple simple solder joints, or require special reflow tools. Skill Level: Noob - Some basic soldering is required, but it is limited to a just a few pins, basic through-hole soldering, and couple (if any) polarized components. A basic soldering iron is all you should need. See all skill levels 1 Core Skill: Electrical Prototyping If it requires power, you need to know how much, what all the pins do, and how to hook it up. You may need to reference datasheets, schematics, and know the ins and outs of electronics. 3 COMMENTS Skill Level: Competent - You will be required to reference a datasheet or schematic to know how to use a component. Your knowledge of a datasheet will only require basic features like power requirements, pinouts, or communications type. Also, you may need a power supply that?s greater than 12V or more than 1A worth of current. See all skill levels 0 REVIEWS 0 Customer Comments Log in or register to post comments. START SOMETHING. Email address SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER About Us About SparkFun Press & Media SparkFun Education Feeds Jobs Contact Help Customer Service Shipping Return Policy FAQ Chat With Us Programs Become a Community Partner Community Stories Custom Kit Requests Tell Us About Your Project Sell Your Widget on SparkFun Become a SparkFun Distributor Large Volume Sales Community Forum SparkFun IRC Channel Take the SparkFun Quiz SparkFun Kickstarter Projects Distributors In 2003, CU student Nate Seidle fried a power supply in his dorm room and, in lieu of a way to order easy replacements, decided to start his own company. Since then, SparkFun has been committed to sustainably helping our world achieve electronics literacy from our headquarters in Boulder, Colorado. No matter your vision, SparkFun's products and resources are designed to make the world of electronics more accessible. In addition to over 2,000 open source components and widgets, SparkFun offers curriculum, training and online tutorials designed to help demystify the wonderful world of embedded electronics. We're here to help you start something. SparkFun Electronics (R) / Niwot, Colorado / Customer Service / Site Map / Terms of Service / Privacy Policy Questions? Feedback? powered by Olark live chat software