CMR3U-06 BK vs VS-6TQ040HN3
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| Category | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single |
| Manufacturer | Central Semiconductor Corp | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE GEN PURP 600V 3A SMC | DIODE SCHOTTKY 40V 6A TO220AC |
| Package | DO-214AB, SMC | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | - | Automotive, AEC-Q101 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Through Hole |
| Package / Case | DO-214AB, SMC | TO-220-2 |
| Supplier Device Package | SMC | TO-220AC |
| Diode Type | Standard | Schottky |
| Current - Average Rectified (Io) | 3A | 6A |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | 1.4V @ 3A | 600 mV @ 6 A |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 5µA @ 600V | 800 µA @ 40 V |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 600V | 40 V |
| Speed | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) |
| Reverse Recovery Time (trr) | 100ns | - |
| Operating Temperature - Junction | -65°C ~ 175°C | -55°C ~ 175°C |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | - | 400pF @ 5V, 1MHz |
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1. What is the working principle of a single rectifier diode?
A rectifier diode conducts current when forward biased, converting the positive half wave of alternating current into direct current. When reverse biased, the diode blocks the current, thereby preventing the negative half wave from passing through and achieving rectification effect.
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2. What are the common applications of a single rectifier diode?
They are commonly used in power circuits, chargers, AC to DC converters, motor drives, circuit protection, and other electronic devices to convert AC power to DC power or protect circuits from reverse current.
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3. What is the difference between a single rectifier diode and a bridge rectifier?
A single rectifier diode can only rectify the positive half wave of AC power (half wave rectification), while a bridge rectifier composed of four diodes can rectify the positive and negative half waves of AC power (full wave rectification), with higher efficiency and smoother output.
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4. How to identify the polarity of a single rectifier diode?
Rectifying diodes usually have polarity markings, with the positive (anode) of the diode being "+" and the negative (cathode) being "-". On the packaging of diodes, there is usually a circular mark on the cathode side indicating the direction of the diode.

