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  • Replacement for 1n4005 diode

    Hi, I found this schematic: http://www.modkitsdiy.com/sites/defa...0Schematic.pdf and I'm planning to build it. The only problem is I couldn't find the ln4005 diodes. Are those replaceable? Or do I have to keep on looking..
    These are the diodes I have: 1N270, 1N914, 1n4001, NOS Germanium diode, 1N4007.
    I don't know much about diodes and honestly nothing about the conditions under which they can be replaced, so any information about that is much appreciated as well!!

    thanks!

  • #2
    The 1N4007's should work fine. They are pretty much the same but can withstand a bit more voltage.
    Originally posted by Enzo
    I have a sign in my shop that says, "Never think up reasons not to check something."


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    • #3
      The whole 1N4xxx diode family is considered 'general purpose'.
      Meaning just that.
      They are not germanium, fast, schottky, zener.
      You get the drift.
      I am a bit confused by the schematic.
      It seems to show a 12AU7 being operated on a 9 volt battery.
      Anyway, you can safely use the 1N4007 diodes that you have.
      They have a higher voltage rating than the 1N4005.
      http://www.diodes.com/datasheets/ds28002.pdf

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      • #4
        Awesome!! Thanks to both of you! and thanks for that link.
        Luckily I decided I wasn't going to use the 9v and just the DC power jack instead!

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