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What is the difference between a rectifier diode and a switching diode?
A switching diode is suitable for switching a small signal of up to 100 mA, acting as a rectifier. In contrast, a rectifier diode is used for AC line rectification (from alternating current to direct current). Switching diodes are designed to handle a voltage of less than tens of volts.
Does it matter what diode I use?
It just means more safety margin against mains transients (which is good). The only difference between the -4 and the -6 is the voltage rating (see datasheet). Generally as the comments and answers already state it’s ok to use a diode of higher voltage rating when the amp rating is sufficient.
What is a switching diode used for?
Are diodes interchangeable?
No. There are several rectifier diodes that use the same design, but have different markings. For example, the 1N5400 diode. So they are really different.
How to select the correct rectifier diode for switching stabilized power supply?
In the rectifier circuit and pulse rectifier circuit of the switching stabilized power supply, the rectifier diode should have a higher operating frequency and a shorter reverse recovery time (such as RU series, EU series, V series, 1SR series, etc.). Or we can select a fast recovery diode or a Schottky rectifier diode.
What is the difference between a signal diode and rectifier diode?
Usually signal diodes are small and have a low current rating. They are optimized for speed, low capacitance, low voltage threshold and high conductance with a low voltage. Rectifier diodes are larger and are concerned with rectifying larger amounts of current.
Is it possible to replace only the alternator diode?
It is possible to replace all the parts of the alternator, including the diodes in the rectifier plate. The only sure dead of an alternator is a breakage of the case.
What are switching diodes?
Switching Diodes are a type of semiconductor diode. They are specially designed and manufactured for “on” and “off” on a circuit. As the name suggests, it refers to a diode with a switching function.