PMEG2015EPK,315

PMEG2015EPK, 315 is a single bridge rectifier diode from a series of PMEG rectifiers from Philips Semiconductors. The diodes offer a high current carrying capacity with a low forward voltage drop feature and high blocking voltage. The chip measures 3.5x3.5x1.5mm and features terminals for surface mount mounting. The device is capable of handling up to 1.5 A continuous forward current, making it an ideal choice for a variety of applications.

The device is mainly used for rectification, commonly found in AC-DC power supplies and DC-DC converters. There are three common types of rectifier configurations; single, dual, and full wave. The PMEG2015EPK, 315 is a single diode rectifier and is used in AC-DC applications such as power supplies, DC-DC converters, and battery chargers. In such applications, the diode rectifier will convert the incoming AC current into DC, creating a regulated output.

The device works by allowing current to flow in one direction (forward) while blocking a reverse current. When the diode is forward biased – with a forward voltage applied – the diode becomes conductive, allowing current to flow. In reverse bias the diode does not become conductive, blocking any current from flowing and stoping electricity from back flowing. The reverse breakdown voltage of the device is 315V and refers to the voltage at which the device will start to conduct current in reverse.

The PMEG2015EPK, 315 is used extensively in the automotive industry, home and office appliances due to its compact size and high current carrying capacity. The device is encapsulated in a surface mount package making it easily mountable on a printed circuit board (PCB), a popular technique for appliance manufacturing.

In summary, PMEG2015EPK, 315 is a single bridge rectifier diode from the PMEG series from Phillips. The device measures 3.5x3.5x1.5mm and offers a high current carrying capacity with a low forward voltage rates and a high blocking voltage. The device is used for rectification and is commonly used in purely AC-DC applications such as power supplies, DC-DC converters, and battery chargers. The device is also popular for use in the automotive industry and home and office appliances due to its small size and high current carrying capacity. It is encapsulated in a surface mount package to make installation on a PCB easy.