UC3611 Quad Schottky Diode Array

Description

The UC3611 is a high-performance Quad Schottky Diode Array designed specifically for power applications requiring high-speed switching and low voltage drops. For hobbyists building motor controllers, high-speed switching power supplies, or protection circuits, this IC is a game-changer. By integrating four Schottky diodes into a single, compact through-hole package, it saves significant PCB space and simplifies your wiring compared to using discrete components. Whether you're upgrading an RC vehicle or building a custom robotics project, the UC3611 provides the efficiency and reliability needed for demanding electronics.

FEATURES

• Four Integrated Diodes: Includes four independent Schottky diodes in a single package.

• Low Forward Voltage: Minimal voltage drop (typically 0.4V to 0.5V) for maximum power efficiency.

• High Speed: Optimized for fast switching transitions in power management circuits.

• Through-Hole Design: Easy to solder and perfect for breadboarding or prototype development.

• Rugged Construction: Built to handle high-current pulses in motor and solenoid drivers.

Applications

• Motor Protection: Used as "flyback" diodes to protect microcontrollers from inductive voltage spikes.

• Power Supply Rectification: Ideal for high-frequency DC-to-DC converters.

• Logic Level Clamping: Protects sensitive digital inputs from overvoltage conditions.

• Stepping Motor Drivers: Enhances efficiency in 3D printers and CNC machines.

Parameters

• Number of Diodes: 4

• Diode Type: Schottky

• Package Type: DIP (Through-Hole)

• Maximum Continuous Current: 1A per diode

• Peak Pulse Current: Up to 3A

• Typical Forward Voltage (Vf): 0.4V at 0.1A

• Maximum Operating Voltage: 40V