B140HB-13 Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes, also known as rectifiers, are components made from semiconducting materials that are widely used in electrical architectures and circuits and have many functions like voltage dropping and polarity checking. They can be divided into two categories: single-phase and three-phase rectifiers. As the name implies, single-phase diode rectifiers comprise a single diode and can be further divided into two subcategories, one of which is the B140HB-13.

B140HB-13 Application Field

Dealing with commercial and industrial level applications, the B140HB-13 single-phase rectifier can be used to limit current, store charge, and regulate voltage. Production of power converter circuits for electronic devices, for instance, cell phones, notebook computers, and digital cameras, all of which require B140HB-13 rectifiers.

In addition, the B140HB-13 single-phase rectifier can also function as a regulator in DC applications like train systems, elevators, and solar power controllers.

B140HB-13 Working Principle

Starting with AC electricity, the current is often transformed into DC electricity by passing through a transformer. Then, the electric current must pass through the single-phase diode rectifier in order to process the AC electric current into DC.

The B140HB-13 single-phase diode rectifier is capable of ensuring that when the AC current is passing through, only selected parts of the current are able to pass through and the remaining current is blocked. This is due to the unique characteristics of the diodes themselves and the shape of the diode.

B140HB-13 rectifier diodes are engineered with an optimal forward bias that allows the current to be pushed through a single diode, like a valve, in one direction and blocking the current from passing back in the opposite direction. When compared to other single-phase diode rectifiers, the B140HB-13 can handle higher voltages and currents, making it more reliable and efficient compared to others.

Conclusion

With reliable efficiency, the B140HB-13 single-phase rectifier has a wide range of applications from production of power converter circuits for electronic devices to use as a regulator in DC applications. By using an optimal forward bias, the B140HB-13 is able to accurately convert AC electric current into DC current and block current from going in the opposite direction.