SL42-M3/57T vs SL42-M3/9AT
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| Category | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single | Diodes - Rectifiers - Single |
| Manufacturer | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE SCHOTTKY 4A 20V DO-214AB | DIODE SCHOTTKY 4A 20V DO-214AB |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Bulk |
| 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 | Schottky | Schottky |
| Current - Average Rectified (Io) | 4A | 4A |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | 420 mV @ 4 A | 420 mV @ 4 A |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 500 µA @ 20 V | 500 µA @ 20 V |
| Capacitance @ Vr, F | - | - |
| Voltage - DC Reverse (Vr) (Max) | 20 V | 20 V |
| Speed | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) | Fast Recovery =< 500ns, > 200mA (Io) |
| Reverse Recovery Time (trr) | - | - |
| Operating Temperature - Junction | -55°C ~ 125°C | -55°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 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. 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. 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.

