In the full-wave power supply shown in Figure P9.38,

n = 0.1

C = 80 ?F Ro = 1 k?

vline = 170 cos(377t) V



The silicon diodes are 1N914 switching diodes (but used here for AC-DC conversion) with the following performance ratings:



Pmax = 500 mW at T = 25?C

Vpk?rev = 30 V



The derating factor is 3 mW/°C for 25°C < T ? 125°C and 4 mW/°C for 125°C < T ? 175°C.



a. Determine the actual peak reverse voltage across each diode.

b. Are these diodes suitable for the specifications given? Explain.


Analysis:

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