_________________________________________________________________ Semiconductor Diodes
METALLIC RECTIFIER - or dry-disc rectifier is a metal-to-semiconductor
device that acts just like a diode in that it permits current to flow more readily
in one direction than the other. Metallic rectifiers are used in many
applications where a relatively large amount of power is required.
DIODE CHARACTERISTICS - the information supplied by manufacturers on
different types of diodes. This information is supplied either in their manuals
or on specification sheets.
Operation of the diode outside of its operating limits could damage the diode.
Diodes are generally rated for the following: MAXIMUM AVERAGE
FORWARD CURRENT, PEAK RECURRENT FORWARD CURRENT,
MAXIMUM SURGE CURRENT, and PEAK REVERSE VOLTAGE.
SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM - an alphanumerical code
used to distinguish one semiconductor from another. It is used for diodes,
transistors, and many other special semiconductor devices.
23 June 2005
TC 9-62
1-43
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