ES2B/1 vs SS36HE3_A/I
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| Category | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single |
| Manufacturer | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE GEN PURP 100V 2A DO214AA | DIODE SCHOTTKY 60V 3A DO214AB |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Box |
| Series | - | Automotive, AEC-Q101 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | DO-214AA, SMB | DO-214AB, SMC |
| Supplier Device Package | DO-214AA (SMB) | DO-214AB (SMC) |
| Diode Type | Standard | Schottky |
| Current - Average Rectified (Io) | 2A | 3A |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | 900 mV @ 2 A | 750 mV @ 3 A |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 10 µA @ 100 V | 500 µA @ 60 V |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | 18pF @ 4V, 1MHz | - |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 100 V | 60 V |
| Speed | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) |
| Reverse Recovery Time (trr) | 30 ns | - |
| Operating Temperature - Junction | -55°C ~ 150°C | -55°C ~ 150°C |
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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 is a fast recovery diode?
Fast recovery diode is a special type of rectifier diode with a short reverse recovery time, suitable for high-frequency power supplies and switch mode power supplies (SMPS) applications, reducing switching losses.
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3. Can a single rectifier diode be used for high-frequency applications?
Traditional silicon rectifier diodes are not suitable for high-frequency applications because their reverse recovery time is relatively long. For high-frequency applications, fast recovery diodes or Schottky diodes are typically used to reduce switching losses and improve efficiency.
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4. How to determine if the rectifier diode is damaged?
Use a multimeter to measure the forward and reverse resistance of a diode. If the diode exhibits low impedance or high impedance in both directions, it may have been damaged. Under normal circumstances, there should be low impedance when conducting in the forward direction, and high impedance when conducting in the reverse direction.

