VS-10CDH06HM3/I Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Rectifiers - Arrays can be found in a variety of applications. Among them is the VS-10CDH06HM3/I: a low power, low-cost array of surface mount, fast recovery (FRX), dual common-cathode, discrete rectifier diodes. This diode is available in a variety of form factors, packed in an avenue or “ribbon” array or in a surface mount module. It offers a wide variety of application uses, including but not limited to, the following.

Primary Application Fields

• AC-DC Conversion: The VS-10CDH06HM3/I is well-suited for use on low power (<1200 watts) AC-DC power conversion. Its dual common cathode configuration makes it incredibly efficient, reducing circuit noise and increasing power efficiency.
• Power Supply Regulation: The integrated dual common cathode allows this diode to be used as a power supply regulator and can achieve stability of output power up to 90%. This makes the VS-10CDH06HM3/I an ideal choice for powering sensitive circuits.
• Amplifier Design and IC Protection: As a fast recovery (FRX) diode, the VS-10CDH06HM3/I can provide a low conduction loss while focusing electromagnetic interference away from sensitive circuitry. This ability makes the diode suitable for use in amplifier design and protecting integrated circuits from electrical overstress.

Working Principles

A fast recovery (FRX) diode works by robustly responding to fast changes of voltage, rectifying the signal with minimal distortion. The VS-10CDH06HM3/I is essentially a dual common cathode rectifier, which increases dynamic current capability and improves signal purity. This allows for improved voltage and current regulation in AC-DC applications.

When operating in an AC-DC power supply, the dual common cathode design of the VS-10CDH06HM3/I serves to efficiently regulate voltage, while preventing current spikes. The diode’s ability to respond to fast changes of voltage also helps reduce the amount of heat dissipated in the electronics, further improving power efficiency. In addition, the FRX design makes the device more resistant to various forms of electrical interference, making it especially suited for amplifier applications.

Conclusion

The VS-10CDH06HM3/I is a low-power, low-cost array of surface mount, FRX dual common-cathode, discrete rectifier diodes. Its dual common cathode design makes it suitable for use in AC-DC power conversion, power supply regulation, and amplifier design and IC protection. Thanks to its fast recovery design, it is able to robustly respond to fast changes of voltage and current, rectifying the signal with minimal distortion.