[AMPS] In Diodes We Trust...?

[Rich Measures]

>
>Rich,
>
>A question you may not be able to answer for lack of data
>
>How stable is the reverse breakdown voltage over time? (years...not minutes)
>I ask because at 1kV +, surface effects can have a distinct effect, and
>plastic packages are not good at keeping out humidity.
>
I don't know, however, some rectifiers use glass passivation and that 
should be rather good for keeping moisture out of the p/n junction. .//   
1N5408s have a substantial surface leakage path.  


Rich...

R. L. Measures, 805-386-3734, AG6K, www.vcnet.com/measures  


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