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There are two diode ratings. One is the forward current rating, and the other is the reverse breakdown voltage rating. The forward current rating is the maximum current that the diode can conduct before failing, and the reverse breakdown voltage rating is the maximum reverse voltage that can be applied before failing.
Of course, the reverse voltage rating has a different meaning in a zener diode, but this answer applies to ordinary diodes.
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IN5408 diode what does it do?
The IN5408 diode is an ordinary silicon diode. It has a 3 amp forward current rating, and a 1000 volt peak reverse voltage rating.
What is difference between power diode and ordinary diode?
the High voltage rated diodes are power diodes while of low rating or normal voltage rating are considered to as ordinary / normal diode
How do you find the current rating of a zener diode if the power rating is 500mw and a voltage rating of 10v?
A zener diode with a rating of 500 mW will pass 50 mA at 10 V. (Power = voltage times current)Note: The question appears mis stated, in that it states a rating of 500 MW, not 500 mW. To my knowledge, there is no zener with a rating of 500 MW.
Does the current rating of a diode change when it is used in a bridge rectifier EG A bridge made up from four 10 amp diodes would it have a different total current rating. DD?
A : A diode is an dumb animal he does not care how it is used all it cares is that its limitations are not exceeded
What is the minimum required peak voltage rating for a diode with voltage source is 100V peak?
200 V
