VB30200C-E3/4W

Diodes – Rectifiers – Arrays

The VB30200C-E3/4W diode rectifier array is a surface mount device used for power rectification, control and protection. It is used in applications that require high-power capability with low power consumption. Its high-performance design provides lower forward voltage drop and higher reverse voltage capability than other rectifiers.

The VB30200C-E3/4W rectifier array is constructed out of four individual diodes, each with its own propriety construction and layout. These diodes are arranged in a series configuration and are contained within a small SOT23-4 package. The bypass return paths for each diode connect to a nearby ground or substrate, allowing the device to can operate at lower forward voltage drops without significantly impacting performance.

In terms of its application field, the VB30200C-E3/4W device rectifier array is well suited for DC to AC conversion, motor control circuits, battery charge controllers, DC-DC converters, power supply circuits, integrated circuit protection and voltage regulator circuits. It also has many benefits when deployed in rectification circuits and can be used in switch-mode power supply, cathode ray tubes and voltage clamping applications.

At the heart of the device lies its working principle, which is the act of rectifying the input AC current into a proportionally smaller DC current. To do this, all four diodes switch on and off in a controlled manner, allowing the passage of current in only one direction, with the opposite direction being blocked. When the device starts, each diode is in its non-conductive state, meaning that the output current is zero. As the input voltage increases, the diodes begin to conduct, changing their state to the conductive one. The amount of current which passes through the device is proportional to the voltage at the input. This means that when operating on a given voltage input, the output current remains within a constant range.

Finally, the VB30200C-E3/4W rectifier array is an ideal solution for many power control, protection and rectification applications. By virtue of its high-performance design, the device operates at lower forward voltage drops, making it suitable for high-power applications. Moreover, its small SOT23-4 package makes it easy to integrate the device in the design, requiring minimum board space.