RS3A-M3/57T vs RS3D-M3/9AT
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| Category | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single |
| Manufacturer | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE GEN PURP 50V 3A DO214AB | DIODE GEN PURP 200V 3A DO214AB |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | - | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | DO-214AB, SMC | DO-214AB, SMC |
| Supplier Device Package | DO-214AB (SMC) | DO-214AB (SMC) |
| Diode Type | Standard | Standard |
| Current - Average Rectified (Io) | 3A | 3A |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | 1.3 V @ 2.5 A | 1.3 V @ 2.5 A |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 10 µA @ 50 V | 10 µA @ 100 V |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | 44pF @ 4V, 1MHz | 44pF @ 4V, 1MHz |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 50 V | 200 V |
| Speed | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) |
| Reverse Recovery Time (trr) | 150 ns | 150 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 the maximum reverse voltage (PIV) of a rectifier diode?
The Peak Inverse Voltage (PIV) is the maximum reverse voltage that a diode can withstand. When selecting a diode, the PIV must be higher than the maximum reverse voltage in the circuit, usually twice or more the input voltage.
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3. 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.
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4. How to improve the efficiency of rectifier diodes?
The use of Schottky diodes or fast recovery diodes can reduce forward voltage drop and reverse recovery time, thereby improving the efficiency of rectifier circuits, especially in high-frequency applications.

