BAT54WS-E3-08

BAT54WS-E3-08 is a single rectifier diode which is widely used in many different fields, from automotive and computers to home electronics.

This diode is used in many different applications including protecting circuit boards from damage, controlling current flow between two circuits, and providing power for a variety of electronic devices. Depending on the specific application, the BAT54WS-E3-08 can be used as a standard forward-biased diode, a reverse-biased diode, or a freewheeling diode.

Forward-Biased or Standard Diode

The BAT54WS-E3-08, when forward-biased, can be used to allow current to flow freely between the anode and the cathode when the voltage applied across the terminals is higher than the forward voltage drop (VF). This is useful in many applications, such as circuit protection, where the diode can be used to ensure that voltage and current levels are maintained within predetermined limits.

Reverse-Biased Diode

The BAT54WS-E3-08 can also be used as a reverse biased diode, which will block any current flow between the anode and the cathode when the voltage across the diode is lower than the reverse voltage drop (VR). This is useful for preventing damage to, and controlling current in, electronic components, such as ICs and microprocessors, that are susceptible to overvoltage.

Freewheeling Diode

The BAT54WS-E3-08 acts as a freewheeling diode, which is useful for protecting inductive loads during switching sequences. When the load is switched off, the diode provides a path for the current that has been induced in the inductance of the load.

The BAT54WS-E3-08 is capable of handling up to 800V, so it is suitable for a wide range of applications where high voltage rectification is required. The diode has a low forward voltage drop (VF = 0.650V) and a low reverse voltage drop (VR = 6.0V), so it is highly efficient and reliable.

The BAT54WS-E3-08 is a versatile single rectifier diode which is used in a wide variety of applications, from automotive and computers to home electronic devices. With its high voltage and low voltage drops, it is reliable and efficient, making it an ideal choice for rectification tasks.