Testing of Semiconductor Diode: There are Several methods are available for Testing of Semiconductor Diode, namely, Ohmmeter Tests: One of the simplest and quickest tests can be made using an ohmmeter…
Semiconductor Diode Specifications: Diode Data Sheets - To select a suitable diode for a particular application, the data sheets, or Semiconductor Diode Specifications, provided by device manufacturers must be consulted.…
Temperature Effect on Semiconductor Diode: Diode Power Dissipation - The power dissipation in a diode is simply calculated as the device terminal voltage multiplied by the current level. Device manufacturers…
DC Load Line Analysis of Semiconductor Diode: Figure 2-13(a) shows a DC Load Line Analysis of Semiconductor Diode in series with a 100 Ω resistance (R1) and a supply voltage (E).…
Diode Approximations: Diode Approximations - As we know already that, a diode is essentially a one-way device, offering a low resistance when forward biased, and a high resistance when biased…
Forward and Reverse Bias Characteristics of Diode: Figures 2-4 and 2-5 show typical Forward and Reverse Bias Characteristics of Diode for low-current silicon and germanium diodes. From the silicon diode…
PN Junction Diode Working Principle: A PN Junction Diode Working Principle explains about the ability to permit substantial current flow when forward-biased, and to block current when reverse-biased. Thus, it…
Solar and Battery Powered Drives Articles: Solar Panels or Photovoltaic Cells: A Solar Panels or Photovoltaic Cells converts sunlight into electricity. Single crystal, polycrystal and amorphous silicon cells have been…