1N5398

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A 1N5398 is a rectifying diode and it is categorized as a single rectifier. It is made of silicon, it is largely used by engineers and technicians in the fields of power supply, signal rectification and current protection. The purpose of such a diode is to allow electrical current to pass in one direction, while blocking the opposite direction current.

The 1N5398 is one of the most commonly used types of rectifier diodes. Its lead technology come in industry standard TO-3 package, 1.3 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width. It has a maximum total power dissipation of 350mW, a maximum junction temperature of 150°C and a peak forward current of 5A.

This 1N5398 is a general-purpose diode, with a wide operating temperature range from -55°C to 150°C, making it an excellent choice for continuous usage in harsh environment. Its built-in PN junctions give it a peak reverse voltage rating of up to 1,000V and robust to protect electrical circuits and components from overvoltage spikes.

The working principle of the 1N5398 rectifier diode is very simple. When the anode is connected to a positive power source, electrons flow freely from the cathode to the anode and form a conductive path known as a forward or forward biasing. When the anode is connected to a negative power source, the electrons can no longer travel from the cathode to the anode, and thus the diode works as a reverse or reverse voltage protection device.

The 1N5398 is widely used in many different types of power supplies, such as DC-DC converters, AC/DC converters, and UPSs. It can also be used in the manufactured of electronic tools, appliances, automobiles and electronic equipment. The 1N5398 stands out by its detailed functionality, making it a reliable choice in applications requiring precision current control.

In today’s workplace, understanding the application fields and the working principle of the 1N5398 rectifying diode is essential for any engineer or technician. As a single rectifier, it has a wide temperature range and can provide robust protection against electrical circuits & components from overvoltage. The 1N5398 is widely used in industrial as well as commercial applications and its detailed functionality makes it a reliable choice in applications with precise current control.

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