RB162L-40TE25 Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Rectifiers - Single

RB162L-40TE25 is a single rectifier diode widely used in power supplies and rectification of AC signals. It is specifically designed to be used in high temperatures with remote mounting applications and it offers fast recovery times and ability to carry a large amount of current. RB162L-40TE25 can handle up to 6A of forward current and 600V of reverse voltage with low junction capacitance, making it an ideal solution for applications with high speed switching and tight noise budgets.

Applications

RB162L-40TE25 can be found in various types of power supplies, rectifiers and switching circuits. It is suitable for PC power supplies, battery chargers, AC adapters, switching power adapters and converter circuits. Its high-temperature performance and low forward energy drop makes it an ideal choice for off-line adapter applications. Additionally, it has low reverse leakage current which also helps to extend battery life for battery-powered applications.

Working Principle

The RB162L-40TE25 is a rectifier diode. It works by converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). In a typical power supply application, an AC signal is read by an AC powerline and sent to a voltage regulator. The voltage regulator then regulates the voltage to provide a stable DC voltage. The regulator doesn’t consume the energy, so it needs a diode to allow the current to flow. The RB162L-40TE25 is used to create a path for current flow in the negative direction, dropping the voltage level along the way. This helps to prevent overvoltage and provide the correct DC output from the power supply. The diode also helps to reduce voltage drops due to the inductive switching of loads.