{"product_id":"new-1pcs-high-voltage-diode-high-frequency-rectification-silicon-stack-2cl-40kv-5a","title":"new 1pcs High voltage diode high frequency rectification silicon stack 2CL 40KV 5A","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#0056B3; font-size:14px; line-height:22px; letter-spacing:1px; text-transform:uppercase; margin:0 0 24px 0;\"\u003eHV Components · Rectifier · 2CL 40KV · Silicon Stack Diode\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:22px; line-height:30px; margin:32px 0 16px 0;\"\u003eWhat Is the 2CL 40KV 5A High-Voltage Diode?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2CL 40KV 5A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-voltage silicon stack rectifier diode rated for 40 kilovolts peak inverse voltage and 5 amperes forward current. It consists of multiple silicon diode junctions stacked in series within a single package to withstand extreme reverse voltage. Used in high-voltage DC power supplies for X-ray equipment, electrostatic precipitators, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/koeed.com\/collections\/schneider\" style=\"color:#0056B3; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eindustrial high-voltage systems\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn short:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 40,000-volt 5-amp high-frequency silicon stack diode — rectifies AC to DC in X-ray generators, electrostatic equipment, and industrial high-voltage power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:22px; line-height:30px; margin:32px 0 16px 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e1. 40KV Peak Inverse Voltage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands 40,000 volts in the reverse (blocking) direction without breakdown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single silicon junction typically handles only 1000-2000V — this device stacks many junctions to achieve 40KV in one package.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResult:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-component rectification for voltages that would otherwise require a complex series-string of discrete diodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e2. 5A Forward Current\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conducts up to 5 amperes in the forward direction, delivering significant DC power at high voltage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 40KV supply at 5A delivers up to 200KW — high-voltage diodes must handle both extreme voltage and substantial current.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResult:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for high-power HV applications, not just low-current sensing or bias circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e3. High-Frequency Capable\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast reverse recovery time allows operation at tens to hundreds of kilohertz switching frequencies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern HV supplies use switch-mode topologies at high frequency to reduce transformer size and filter capacitor requirements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResult:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with modern switch-mode HV power supply designs, not just 50\/60Hz linear supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:22px; line-height:30px; margin:32px 0 16px 0;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #eeeeee; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width:40%; background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#111111; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#333333;\"\u003eHigh Voltage Silicon Stack Diode\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width:40%; background-color:#fafafa; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#111111; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"background-color:#fafafa; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#333333;\"\u003e2CL 40KV 5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width:40%; background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#111111; font-weight:bold;\"\u003ePeak Inverse Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#333333;\"\u003e40KV (40,000V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width:40%; background-color:#fafafa; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#111111; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eForward Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"background-color:#fafafa; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#333333;\"\u003e5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width:40%; background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#111111; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"background-color:#f4fcfc; padding:12px 16px; border:1px solid #eeeeee; color:#333333;\"\u003eHigh Frequency Rectification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:22px; line-height:30px; margin:32px 0 16px 0;\"\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX-Ray Generator Power Supplies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectifying the high-voltage transformer output in medical, dental, and industrial X-ray systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrostatic Precipitators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Providing DC high voltage for particulate collection in industrial smoke stack and air purification systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitor Charging Supplies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charging high-voltage pulse capacitors in pulsed laser, radar, and electromagnetic forming equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Pot Test Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use in hipot testers for cable, transformer, and insulation dielectric strength testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:22px; line-height:30px; margin:32px 0 16px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\"How should this diode be mounted for proper heat dissipation?\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eAt 5A forward current, the diode generates significant heat (forward voltage drop x current). It must be mounted on an adequate heatsink with thermal compound. The diode body may need forced-air cooling if operated continuously near maximum ratings. Verify the mounting and cooling requirements from the datasheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\"Can I test this diode with a standard multimeter?\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003eA standard multimeter diode test applies only about 2-3V, which is insufficient to forward-bias the many series junctions in a 40KV diode stack. The meter will likely show \"open\" in both directions. Specialized high-voltage diode testers or a current-limited high-voltage source is needed for proper junction testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#111111; font-size:17px; line-height:26px; margin:24px 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\"What safety precautions are required when handling this diode?\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color:#333333; font-size:15px; line-height:24px; margin:0 0 16px 0;\"\u003e40KV is lethal. Always discharge all capacitors in the circuit before handling. The diode itself can retain charge in its junction capacitance. Use proper HV safety protocols — HV gloves, safety barrier, lockout\/tagout, and never work alone. 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