What this dual fast-recovery diode does on the board
Its 30 ns reverse recovery time (trr) makes it suited for high-frequency switching supplies, PFC stages, and output rectification where recovery losses matter. The pair shares a cathode in a single TO-220-3 package, which simplifies layout for center-tapped windings or dual-diode boost converters.
The 30 ns reverse recovery time places this part in the fast-recovery class (≤ 500 ns per the generic classification). In a 100 kHz PFC or flyback converter, that trr keeps the recovery charge low enough to avoid excessive turn-on loss in the MOSFET and reduce ringing on the switch node. The forward drop is 990 mV at 5 A, which is a reasonable conduction loss trade-off for the speed. If your design runs above 200 kHz, you would typically step to an ultrafast or SiC diode; below 50 kHz, a standard recovery part would do.
STMicroelectronics lists the STPR1020CT as Obsolete. A buyer should confirm availability and current pricing at quote time — the spot market is the channel for this one.
