May 28, 2015 #1 M Moonwalker Member level 2 Joined Jul 10, 2006 Messages 43 Helped 1 Reputation 2 Reaction score 1 Trophy points 1,288 Activity points 1,622 I am designing an H bridge using the FDMS7556S mosfet. The datasheet states - "This device has the added benefit of an efficient monolithic Shottky body diode." Does this mean that I can omit the flyback diodes?
I am designing an H bridge using the FDMS7556S mosfet. The datasheet states - "This device has the added benefit of an efficient monolithic Shottky body diode." Does this mean that I can omit the flyback diodes?
May 29, 2015 #2 B BradtheRad Super Moderator Staff member Joined Apr 1, 2011 Messages 15,404 Helped 2,905 Reputation 5,822 Reaction score 3,024 Trophy points 1,393 Location Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA Activity points 115,405 Tentatively speaking, yes, the body diode will take the place of a flywheel diode. The additional conducting time means additional heat generation.
Tentatively speaking, yes, the body diode will take the place of a flywheel diode. The additional conducting time means additional heat generation.