DAN212KT146 Discrete Semiconductor Products

The DAN212KT146 is a single rectifier diode used to convert alternating current (AC) input to direct current (DC) output. It is one of the basic components of AC-DC converters and is used in a variety of applications. This diode has a blocking voltage of 200V, a rated current of 1.46A, and a junction temperature of 150°C. This diode is ideal for applications where small losses and high current-carrying capacity are required.

At a high level, diodes are electronic components that conduct electric current in one direction but are nonconductive in the opposite direction. Unlike transistors, which can be used to amplify electrical signals, diodes can only be used to open or close electrical circuits. This makes them ideal for rectifying AC input signals into DC output. The DAN212KT146 is used as a rectifier diode because of its ability to withstand high voltages and high current.

When a single rectifier diode is used for AC-DC conversion, the circuit consists of an AC input source and a DC output on the opposite end of the rectifier diode. The input AC voltage swings from positive and negative over a period of time. As the AC voltage flows through the diode, the diode only allows the positive voltage to pass through, blocking the negative portion. The output will be a unidirectional voltage which is DC.

The DAN212KT146 is used in a variety of applications that require the conversion of AC-DC. This diode can be used in power supply design, switching regulator design, and motor control. It is also used in audio amplifiers and circuits that require isolation. This diode is also commonly used in automotive applications, such as brake lights, daytime running lights, and headlight dimming.

The DAN212KT146 is designed to operate with high efficiency, reduced voltage loss, and minimal thermal resistance. It is designed to be used in low frequency circuit designs, where the operating temperature range is −55°C to +150°C. This diode is also designed to have impedance control, so that it does not cause power losses in the circuit.

In summary, the DAN212KT146 is a single rectifier diode used to convert AC input to DC output. This diode has a blocking voltage of 200V, a rated current of 1.46A, and a junction temperature of 150°C. It is used in a variety of applications that require AC-DC conversion, such as power supply and switching regulator designs, audio amplifiers, and automotive circuits. The DAN212KT146 is designed to operate with high efficiency and minimal thermal resistance.