I understand these perform different functions. What I cannot ascertain is whether or not the diodes are actually the same piece of kit, just installed differently? I have two BP 350 Solar 50W panels that I will connect in parallel. These, together with a wind generator will charge a 4x115AH battery bank thru a fused charge controller.
I need 9A 45v 'bypass' diodes on each panel plus 5A 45v 'blocking' diodes.
OK, I have identified the 'blocking' diode I need (SB540) - it's a straightforward axial schottky 'power' diode.
When it comes to a 'bypass' diode I become confused (by the terminology) because no manufacturer I have checked lists their diodes as 'bypass'. Is this because 'bypass' simply refers to the actual function to which a regular 9A 45v 'power' diode is being used?
I welcome the advice that your learned community can offer me.
Many thanks,
Geoff
I need 9A 45v 'bypass' diodes on each panel plus 5A 45v 'blocking' diodes.
OK, I have identified the 'blocking' diode I need (SB540) - it's a straightforward axial schottky 'power' diode.
When it comes to a 'bypass' diode I become confused (by the terminology) because no manufacturer I have checked lists their diodes as 'bypass'. Is this because 'bypass' simply refers to the actual function to which a regular 9A 45v 'power' diode is being used?
I welcome the advice that your learned community can offer me.
Many thanks,
Geoff
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