1N5819 Diode Datasheet: Explained

The 1N5819 diode pinout, with the cathode band clearly marked.

An image of the 1N5819 in a DO-41 package showing the cathode band. In power electronics design, efficiency is king. Every fraction of a volt dropped across a component can translate into wasted energy, increased heat, and reduced battery life. This is especially true for diodes used in power supply circuits. While standard silicon diodes […]