GPAS1003 MNG

Diodes - Rectifiers - Single

GPAS1003 MNG is a silicon polar rectifier that is widely used in AC-DC and DC-DC applications. Typical applications include motor drives, inverters and rectifiers. It has an operating temperature range of -65°C to +150°C and can withstand an instantaneous reverse voltage of up to 500V.

Operating Principle

GPAS1003 MNG works on the principle of the rectifying diode. It is an electronic component that allows electric current through it but only in one direction. When a negative voltage is applied to the anode in the form of a sine wave, the diode passes only the positive voltage part of the wave, resulting in a symmetrical wave at the output. This is known as full-wave rectification.

Applications

GPAS1003 MNG is mainly used in applications that require a rectified DC voltage such as Solar Cell Charge Controllers, AC-DC converters, DC-DC converters, Battery Chargers, and Motor Drives.

In solar cell charge controllers, the DC voltage generated by the diode is used to regulate the flow of current to and from the solar cells. It enables only the positive voltage part of the sine wave to pass through it, thus ensuring steady power delivery to the load. It also protects the solar cells from overcharging which can lead to cell degradation.

In AC-DC converters, the GPAS1003 MNG is used to convert AC voltage into DC voltage. The diode regulates the current flow by passing only the positive part of the AC waveform, thus ensuring steady and efficient current flow.

In DC-DC converters, the GPAS1003 MNG is used to convert DC voltage from one level to another. It can also be used to protect electronic components from reverse voltage and over voltage surges.

In battery chargers, the GPAS1003 MNG is used to regulate and monitor the charging of batteries. It ensures that only DC voltage is supplied to the batteries and prevents reverse current flow.

In motor drives, the diode is used to provide a regulated supply of voltage to the motor. It prevents reverse current flow and over-voltage which can destroy the motor.

Conclusion

GPAS1003 MNG is a silicon polar rectifier that is used in a wide range of applications where a rectified DC voltage is required. It works on the principle of rectification and allows only positive voltage to pass through it. It is ideal for applications such as Solar Cell Charge Controllers, AC-DC converters, DC-DC converters, Battery Chargers, and Motor Drives.