SparkFun Ideal Diode Breakout

Keep your project seamlessly powered during power supply hot swaps with SparkFun's Ideal Diode Breakout. This compact board, measuring 1.52 cm by 1.27 cm, features four channels and ground connections that ensure reliable one-way voltage control. Ideal diodes are designed to minimize forward voltage drop, internal power dissipation, and reverse DC leakage current, making them perfect for dynamic power selection and switchover, over-voltage protection, and projects requiring stable power input.

This breakout is perfect for applications where efficient power delivery is crucial. With a typical forward voltage drop as low as 8 mV at 0.1 A (20 V input) and 62 mV at 1 A (20 V input), it ensures that your project receives power efficiently. For higher current applications, the forward voltage drop is typically 275 mV at 4 A (20 V input). The on-resistance varies from 69 mΩ (20 V, 4 A) to 260 mΩ (1.8 V, 0.1 A), depending on the input voltage and current.

One of the standout features is its minimal reverse leakage current, which ranges from -50 µA to -560 µA, depending on the reverse voltage and input voltage. This makes it an excellent choice for projects that require precise power management and protection against over-voltage scenarios.

Whether you're working on a complex electronics project or a simple power management system, this breakout board is an invaluable component. Its ability to handle dynamic power selection and switchover with minimal power loss ensures that your devices remain powered and protected, even in challenging conditions.