Practice Power Diodes (5.3.2.2) - Power Electronic Converters - Basics of Electrical Engineering
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Power Diodes

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Question 1 Easy

What is the forward voltage drop of a typical silicon power diode?

💡 Hint: Think of the voltage needed for the diode to conduct.

Question 2 Easy

Define peak inverse voltage (PIV).

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when the polarity is reversed.

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Question 1

What does the peak inverse voltage (PIV) measure in power diodes?

The forward voltage drop
Maximum reverse voltage
Rectifying ability

💡 Hint: Think about the stress a diode can endure in reverse bias.

Question 2

True or False: A power diode can conduct both directions of current.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember how diodes are structured.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A silicon power diode rated with a PIV of 50 V is connected in an AC circuit with an RMS voltage of 40 V. Determine if it is safe to use this diode without exceeding its limits.

💡 Hint: Calculate the peak voltage from the given RMS voltage to ensure it stays under the rated PIV.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a rectifier circuit using a power diode. Specify the maximum DC output voltage if the input AC is 100 V RMS considering the forward voltage drops.

💡 Hint: Remember to account for the lost voltage across the diodes.

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