STPS20H100CG-TR

The STPS20H100CG-TR is a Schottky diode manufactured by STMicroelectronics. Schottky diodes are semiconductor devices known for their low forward voltage drop and fast switching characteristics, making them suitable for various applications.

Key Features:

• Schottky Barrier Technology: The STPS20H100CG-TR utilizes Schottky barrier technology, which results in a lower forward voltage drop compared to conventional PN junction diodes.

• High Current Capability: With a high current rating, this diode is capable of handling significant current flows while maintaining low forward voltage.

• Fast Switching Speed: Schottky diodes exhibit fast switching characteristics, allowing for rapid turn-on and turn-off times, which is beneficial in applications requiring high-speed switching.

• Low Reverse Recovery Time: Unlike conventional PN junction diodes, Schottky diodes have negligible reverse recovery time, minimizing switching losses and improving efficiency in high-frequency applications.

• Low Leakage Current: The diode maintains low reverse leakage current, ensuring minimal power dissipation and improved efficiency in standby or off-state conditions.

• Surface Mount Package: Packaged in a surface mount TO-263 (D2PAK) package, the diode is suitable for automated assembly processes, providing ease of integration into circuit designs.

• RoHS Compliance: The STPS20H100CG-TR complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive, meeting environmental standards by restricting the use of hazardous materials.

Applications:

• Power Supplies: Used in rectification and voltage regulation circuits in power supplies for various applications such as consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and automotive systems.

• Switching Power Converters: Employed in DC-DC converters, voltage regulators, and inverters to manage power transfer efficiently with minimal losses.

• Reverse Polarity Protection: Integrated into circuits to provide reverse polarity protection, preventing damage to sensitive components in case of incorrect power supply connections.

• Voltage Clamping: Utilized for voltage clamping applications to limit voltage spikes and transients, protecting downstream circuitry from overvoltage events.

• Freewheeling Diode: Used as a freewheeling diode in flyback converters, motor drive circuits, and switching power supplies to provide a path for inductive load currents during switch-off transitions.

• Battery Charging Systems: Incorporated into battery charging circuits to prevent reverse current flow from the battery to the charging source when the charging process is halted.

• Solar Energy Systems: Deployed in solar panel bypass diode arrays to prevent hot spots and reverse current flow, enhancing the reliability and efficiency of photovoltaic systems.