SIMPLIS Reverse Recovery Diode
The Reverse Recovery Diode models a diode using a reverse recovery model instead of the standard model.
In this topic:
| Model Name: | SIMPLIS Reverse Recovery Diode | |
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This device is compatible with the SIMPLIS simulator |
| Parts Selector Menu Location: | ||
| Symbol Library: | simplis.sxslb | |
| Model File: | simplis_diode_3.lb | |
| Symbol Name: | SIMPLIS_REVERSE_RECOVERY_DIODE | |
| Subcircuit Name: | SIMPLIS_REVERSE_RECOVERY_DIODE | |
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| Multiple Selections: | Only one device at a time can be edited. | |
Editing the SIMPLIS Reverse Recovery Diode
To configure the Reverse Recovery Diode, follow these steps:
- Double click the symbol on the schematic to open the editing dialog.
- Make the appropriate changes to the fields described in the table below the image.
| Parameter Label | Units | Description | |
| Trr* | s | Reverse Recovery Time | |
| IRM* | A | Maximum Reverse Current | |
| IF* | A | Test Condition - Forward Current | |
| diF/dt* | A/s | Test Condition - | |
| Forward Characteristics | Forward Voltage vs. Current characteristics | ||
* These parameters are typically displayed in the diode's Electrical Characteristics Table
Examples
Two examples have been compiled to show the reverse recovery behavior:
Standard Test Circuit
You can download this example here: reverse_recovery_test_circuit.sxsch
This example shows the forward bias current vs voltage characteristics along side with the reverse recovery characteristics.
Continuous Mode Boost Circuit
You can download this example here: reverse_recovery_boost_example.sxsch
This example shows the reverse recovery response of the output diode of a continuous mode boost converter circuit.
