Swapping 1n4148 for 1n914a

[mr.adambeck]

I just realized I don't have any 1n4148, which a layout I found calls for.  Can I use a 1n914a instead?

Thnx.

[Paul Marossy]

Yes, you can. They are essentially the same diode.

[amptramp]

The only real difference is minor:

http://www.oup.com/us/pdf/microcircuits/students/diode/1N914B_philip.pdf

http://www.nxp.com/documents/data_sheet/1N4148_1N4448.pdf

I doubt the 75 volt reverse rating vs, 100 volt is going to make any difference in a stompbox in most applications.  Nor should the 75 mA vs. 200 mA current rating.  For the typical user, 1N914A and 1N4148 should be close as whoremonger is to swearing.

[mr.adambeck]

Cool.  That's what I thought, but I figured I should double check first!  Thanks!