SDT5H100LP5-13 vs SB340/4
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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 40V 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 @ 40 V |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | - | - |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 100 V | 40 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 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 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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4. What is the reverse recovery time of a rectifier diode?
Reverse recovery time refers to the time required for a diode to transition from a forward conducting state to a reverse blocking state. A shorter reverse recovery time is particularly important in high-frequency applications to reduce power loss.

