Medalla, Kenneth M. BSAET-4A DIODE SYMBOLS Anode ‘Cathode é é Diode symbol oe Anode Cathode __Tunnel diode symbol Anode Me Cathode A diode is a semiconductor 08/28/2021 AMTAV 413, device that essentially acts as a one-way switch for current. It allows current to flow easily in one direction, but severely restricts current from flowing in the opposite direction Tunnel diode can be used as a switch, amplifier, and oscillator. Since it shows a fast response, it is used as high frequency component. Tunnel diode acts as logic memory storage device. They are used in oscillator circuits, and in FM A photodiode is one type of light detector, used to convert the light into current or voltage based on the mode of operation of the device.Anode Cathode ‘ Gate ge The varicap diode or varactor diode provides a way or having a voltage controlled variable capacitance in a circuit. Varactor or varicap diodes are used mainly in radio frequency or RF circuits to provide voltage controlled variable capacitance. A Zener diode permits Zener current, |z,to flow when the voltage is above the specified Zener voltage. Thus, a Zener diode can be used for voltage detection by sensing Zener current with some other device. LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) convert — electrical energy directly into light, delivering efficient —_ light generation with little-wasted electricity. SCRs are mainly used in devices where the control of high power, possibly coupled with high voltage, is demanded. Their operation makes them suitable for use in medium- to high-voltage AC power control applications, such as lamp dimming, power regulators and motor control.Schottky diodes are used for their low tum-on voltage, fast recovery time and low-loss energy at higher frequencies. These characteristics make Schottky diodes capable of rectifying a current by facilitating a quick transition from conducting to blocking state.