MMBD717LT1G Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Rectifiers - Arrays: MMBD717LT1G Application Field and Working Principle

The MMBD717LT1G is a Surface Mount Semiconductor Device, a type of diode, from ON Semiconductor that is part of the Rectifiers - Arrays family. Specifically, it is a two channel small outline package Schottky rectifier diode array which features high surge current capability and low forward voltage drop, making it ideal for screwwall power supplies, as well as other high frequency applications.

One of the primary benefits of the MMBD717LT1G is its low forward voltage drop. That is, it requires less energy to conduct a given current, meaning that it can more efficiently provide the same level of current over a given period of time. This efficiency, coupled with its high surge current capability, makes it ideally suited for applications such as switchmode power supplies that require higher current while also needing to quickly switch off when the required current has been reached.

The MMBD717LT1G is built with a highly reliable diode junction that is designed for high-temperature operation and improved reliability in harsh environments. The component has a dual-sided metal stud that can be easily soldered using conventional reflow methods, ensuring easy and reliable assembly. Furthermore, the component is RoHS compliant and suitable for use in a wide variety of applications.

The MMBD717LT1G features two Schottky diodes of which each is designed for a wide forward current handling capability of up to 0.55A (1.1A in total). It provides a DC output voltage of 6V and can be used in both AC and DC circuits, operating up to a peak inverse voltage of 6V. The component operates between -55°C to 150°C and it has a compact size of 3.00mm x 1.60mm.

The device offers excellent performance characteristics in terms of speed, reliability and low power consumption, making it suitable for a wide array of applications. These include, among other things, power supplies, automotive components, machinery, telecommunications and instrumentation.

The working principle of the MMBD717LT1G may be explained as follows. Essentially, it acts as a two-channel rectifier, meaning it takes AC input (from an alternating current power source) and converts it into a unidirectional flow of current. This is done by the dual Schottky diodes in tandem, which allow current to flow in one direction only, while blocking the flow in the opposite direction. This allows the device to provide a DC output when supplied with an AC input, making it useful in a variety of AC-DC applications.

In short, the MMBD717LT1G is a type of surface mount semiconductor device from ON Semiconductor that belongs to the Rectifiers - Arrays family. It is a two-channel Schottky rectifier diode array that features high surge current capability and low forward voltage drop, making it an ideal choice for screwwall power supplies and other applications that require quick switching. It also features a highly reliable diode junction that is designed for high-temperature operation and RoHS compliance, thus making it a suitable choice for a wide range of applications.