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Small Signal Diode Vs Rectifier Diode

Started by RandomRedLetters, August 28, 2005, 02:19:37 PM

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RandomRedLetters

August 28, 2005, 02:19:37 PM
In a clipping Circuit is there any advantage/disadvantage to using a small signal diode like a 1N4148 vs a rectifier diode like a 1N4001? Or is it all the same because they're both Si?

niftydog

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August 28, 2005, 07:07:22 PM
advantage/disadvantage no.

Difference, yes.

Main things springing to mind are switching speed, forward voltage characteristics, junction capacitance maybe.... they could have an effect on the sound.
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nooneknows

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August 29, 2005, 05:21:27 AM
I usually use 1n4148 AND 1n4001 together, I can hear a subtle difference in the distorsion if my ears don't cheat me, maybe for the slight asymmetrical clip of the wave.
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