Hyper-fast rectifier offers 600V 8A for PFC applications

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the DSR8F600 600V 8A hyper-fast rectifier, designed for use as a boost diode for power-factor correction (PFC) and continuous conduction mode applications. It can be used in switched-mode power supplies that need to deliver a high output, greater than 75W, in end-equipment such as flat-panel TVs, servers and telecoms systems.

A 20ns reverse-recovery time is claimed to reduce PFC MOSFET switching losses, increase switching speed and improve energy efficiency, while fast soft recovery capability ensures ringing and EMI interference are reduced. Boost diode recovery losses are minimised by a 3.9A reverse-recovery current, which is said to reduce power dissipation in the MOSFET and lowers the risk of system failure. A 1.95V forward voltage drop is also said to minimise boost diode conduction losses.

Supplied in a TO220AC package the rectifier is aimed at designers of PFC circuits who need to achieve the lowest possible energy losses, Diodes claims the DSR8F600 provides best-in-class performance, generates the least noise and achieves the highest power efficiency.