TSP20U60S S1G

Diodes - Rectifiers - Single

The TSP20U60S S1G is a single-phase, sixty volts standard recovery rectifier diode. This device is also known as a Shottky diode due to its low forward voltage drop and fast switching times. It is used in applications where space and power requirements need to be kept to a minimum.

Functional Description

The TSP20U60S S1G is a single-phase, sixty volts (V) standard recovery rectifier diode. When forward biased, it behaves as a diode and will pass current in the forward direction but will not allow current to flow in the reverse direction. When a reverse bias voltage is applied, it behaves as an open switch and does not pass current. The forward voltage drop for the diode is typically about 0.45V, and the reverse breakdown voltage is typically about 120V.

Applications

The TSP20U60S S1G is suitable for general purpose rectification applications such as AC/DC power conversion, power factor correction, and battery charger. It can be used as an on/off switch in low power circuitry, and rectifier circuits for general purpose applications such as audio systems and power supplies.

The TSP20U60S S1G can also be used in automotive applications, such as power steering, automotive power filtering and voltage regulation. It can be used to protect electrical equipment by limiting and reducing transient current and voltage spikes. It also can be used in industrial equipment, such as welding machines and medical equipment.

Working Principle

The working principle behind the TSP20U60S S1G is simple. When the input voltage is higher than the rated voltage of the diode, current will flow from the cathode to the anode and the diode acts as a closed circuit path. When the input voltage is less than the rated voltage of the diode, current will not flow from the cathode to the anode and the diode acts as an open circuit. This functionality enables it to act as a switch for loads with an input voltage of up to sixty volts.

When the diode is in the on state, it operates in the forward-biased mode and has a low forward voltage drop (typically 0.45V). In this mode, there is no power dissipation and the diode acts like a normal conducting bridge. When the diode is in the off state, it operates in the reverse-biased mode, where a voltage greater than the reverse-bias voltage is needed to break down the junction, which causes power dissipation and current to flow in the reverse direction.

Conclusion

The TSP20U60S S1G is a single-phase, sixty volts standard recovery rectifier diode. This device can be used in applications where space and power requirements need to be kept to a minimum, such as AC/DC power conversion, power factor correction, battery charging and audio systems. This device is also suitable for protecting electrical equipment from transient current and voltage spikes. The working principle behind this device is simply that it acts as a closed circuit when the forward bias is applied and an open circuit when a reverse bias is applied.