SBG2040CT Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Rectifiers - Arrays

SBG2040CT (Schottky Barrier) is a versatile rectifier diode array with low forward voltage drop and a relatively fast reverse recovery time. The diode array consists of four discrete-due Schottky barrier diodes with identical features and is widely used in automotive electronics, server power supplies, industrial controllers, and DC-DC converters. With its low forward voltage drop it can reduce power losses in system circuits and because of its fast reverse recovery time, it can speed up the system switching time.

Application Field

The SBG2040CT diode array is mainly used in high power applications such as automotive electronics, server power supplies and industrial controllers. The low forward voltage drop of the diode make it ideal for applications with heavy current loads. It can reduce power losses in the system circuit that are caused by the voltage drop. This diodes array is capable of handling up to 40A of peak current with a surge current up to 100A, making it suitable for high power applications. The fast recovery time of the diode also makes it an ideal choice for switching applications as it can speed up the switching time.

Working Principle

The working principle of the SBG2040CT is based on the Schottky Barrier rectifier. The Schottky Barrier rectifier, also known as a hot-electron diode, is formed by the junction of a metal material with a semiconductor. The diode has a low forward voltage drop and a relatively fast reverse recovery time.When forward bias is applied to the diode, the current passes through the diode and the voltage drop is minimal. During reverse bias, the current flow is blocked, and the diode behaves as an open switch. When the reverse bias is taken off, the diode performs a short-circuit, passing all the current. This is called reverse recovery current and it results in a decrease of the switching time.

Conclusion

The SBG2040CT diode array is a versatile rectifier diode array with low forward voltage drop and a relatively fast reverse recovery time. It is mainly used in high power applications such as automotive electronics, server power supplies and industrial controllers. The diode has a low forward voltage drop and a fast reverse recovery time and can handle up to 40A of peak current with a surge current up to 100A. The working principle of the SBG2040CT is based on the Schottky Barrier rectifier, which has a low forward voltage drop and a fast reverse recovery time, making it ideal for high power and switching applications.