We have all had difficulty testing diodes in-circuit. Most DMM’s have a diode Vf function that measures forward drop, but what is the normal voltage drop? Analog VOM’s attempt to measure resistance of ...

Diodes are essential components found in electronic circuits. They allow current to flow in one direction while blocking it in the other. With time and usage, diodes can become defective, leading to ...

To measure a zener diode’s breakdown voltage, you need a dc voltage source whose voltage exceeds that of the zener voltage. In Figure 1, resistor R SER provides voltage drop between V IN and V ZEN. In ...

Circuits are the building blocks of modern electronics, and ensuring they function correctly is an essential part of any project involving electricity. One of the challenges faced by engineers and ...

Abstract: A high-performance IMPATT diode test circuit has been developed which is very effective in reducing spurious oscillations. In this circuit, a 6-GHz germanium diode has been tested at ...