SDT5H100LP5-13 vs SB330/4
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| Category | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single |
| Manufacturer | Diodes Incorporated | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE SCHOTTKY 100V 5A POWERDI 5 | DIODE SCHOTTKY 30V 3A DO201AD |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | - | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Through Hole |
| Package / Case | PowerDI™ 5 | DO-201AD, Axial |
| Supplier Device Package | PowerDI™ 5 | DO-201AD |
| Diode Type | Schottky | Schottky |
| Current - Average Rectified (Io) | 5A | 3A |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | 660 mV @ 5 A | 490 mV @ 3 A |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 3.5 µA @ 100 V | 500 µA @ 30 V |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | - | - |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 100 V | 30 V |
| Speed | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) |
| Reverse Recovery Time (trr) | - | - |
| Operating Temperature - Junction | -55°C ~ 150°C | -65°C ~ 125°C |
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1. What is a single rectifier diode?
A single rectifier diode is an electronic component used to convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC), typically used in power supplies, chargers, and other circuits that require DC power.
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2. What is forward voltage drop?
Forward voltage drop refers to the voltage drop generated when the current passes through a diode when it is conducting. The forward voltage drop of silicon rectifier diodes is usually around 0.7V, while the forward voltage drop of Schottky diodes is usually lower, between 0.2V and 0.3V.
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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 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.

