VS-16FL40S02

VS-16FL40S02 Application Field and Working Principle

The VS-16FL40S02 rectifier is one of many single diode rectifier devices designed for a variety of applications. It provides high-current rectification in a small package and is an ideal device for applications such as solar energy, automotive and industrial power supplies. This article examines the main features of this device and how it works.

Features

The VS-16FL40S02 rectifier is a low-profile diode with a maximum reverse recovery time (t RR ) of 400 ns and reverse recovery charge (Q RR ) of 22 nC. It can support current levels up to 40 A with a voltage drop of only 0.3 V. Its low profile design is ideal for applications that require high current with confined spaces. The device has a temperature range from -40ºC to 85ºC and is RoHS compliant. It is available in TO-220 , DO-41 packages and can be used for various low voltage applications.

Working Principle

A rectifier by any definition is an electronic device that is designed to convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). The purpose of a diode rectifier is to ensure that the current only flows in one direction, bypassing the blocking effect of a normal diode. This is achieved by having a two-connector device, that consists of both a P-type (anode) and an N-type (cathode) element.

Of course the single diode is the simplest of all the rectifier devices available. It uses a single diode to actively regulate the AC current to a single DC output. When an alternate current is applied to the device, the diode is turn off when the voltage is positive, and passed on when the voltage is negative. This then results in a single DC wave form of a lower peak frequency than the original AC wave.

Conclusion

The VS-16FL40S02 rectifier is a reliable and economical device for applications requiring high current. Its low profile and low voltage drop makes it a perfect fit for low-voltage systems. With its reverse recovery times of 400 ns, the device provides a fast, correct switching of the current. The device is RoHS compliant, making it even easier to use in many applications.