VS-16CTQ100SHM3

VS-16CTQ100SHM3, part of Vishay Intertechnology\'s family of Schottky barrier rectifiers, is designed for general-purpose rectification applications, including bridge and ideal diode circuits. It is a diode array, configured as two 8-dice array, allowing for easier implementation for enhanced current requirements.

The VS-16CTQ100SHM3 is a high current, medium voltage device with a maximum operating temperature of 125°C, and is constructed using ceramic envelopes with a high-temperature coated base alloy. It features a low forward voltage drop of 0.7 volts and a high temperature stability of 0.25 V/K. With its high efficiency and low power dissipation, the VS-16CTQ100SHM3 is ideal for power conditioning and power line protection.

The VS-16CTQ100SHM3\'s working principle is dependent on the rectifying properties of Schottky diodes. Schottky diodes are formed when a metal surface contacts a P-type semiconductor material, which creates a barrier between the two. This barrier reduces the amount of energy needed to activate the diode, which allows for faster switching than with other types of rectifiers. The result is a low forward voltage drop, providing improved efficiency and higher power levels with less power dissipation.

Thanks to its high efficiency and low power dissipation, the VS-16CTQ100SHM3 is well-suited for a variety of applications, especially in the power condition and power line protection areas. It has been used in automotive applications, LED lighting, solar charge controllers, and other power electronic designs. It is also used in a variety of industrial applications, such as ac-dc power conversion, voltage regulation, as well as in ac-dc and dc-dc power supplies.

The VS-16CTQ100SHM3 is a versatile, high-performance Schottky barrier rectifier array. It is capable of handling large current requirements, with a low forward voltage drop and excellent temperature stability, making it ideal for current-intensive applications. Its ability to efficiently convert AC to DC makes it an excellent choice for a variety of power conditioning and power line protection applications.