PERFECT SWITCH SOLID STATE
NON-PROGRAMMABLE OR'ING DIODES
GEN 4.1

NON-PROGRAMMABLE VS. PROGRAMMABLE OR'ING DEVICE
The non-programmable OR'ing consists essentially of two POWER-GATE single rectifiers with their cathodes tied together in a single package. It behaves exactly as one would expect when two diodes are configured in that manner, by passing current from the higher of the two sources to the common load. The primary advantage of the non-programmable OR'ing device is that it allows for nearly instantaneous switching of the load between the two sources; if the higher source suddenly experiences a decrease in voltage below that of the other, the device will immediately switch the load so that there is no deadtime, or period when neither source is providing power. The major difference between the non-programmable OR'ing device and two standard discrete diodes is apparent when the two sources are close in voltage to one another. With discrete diodes, both sources may provide power to the load depending on the voltage difference between them and the level of matching between the two diode's I-V characteristics. Because POWERGATE rectifiers are MOSFET-based, there is no ability to share the current load in an equivalent manner; one side is on and one side is off. As a result of system dynamics, there is the possibility of rapid switching of the load between the two sources; an example best explains this behavior...
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If source Voltage levels are sufficiently close enough, dynamic Voltage sag/rise of one source in response to the opposing source sag/rise can cause oscillation or rapid-switching between the sources. In this case, the "Programmable" OR'ing should be considered. Click here for POWER GATE Programmable OR'ing Diodes Gen 3.0 and click here for POWER GATE Programmable OR'ing Diodes Gen 4.0.

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ISOLATOR DEVICES/ RECTIFIERS

POWER-GATE Battery Isolators are industry leading, high performance, one-way electrical valves. They are commonly deployed in multi-battery applications where independent discharge or battery separation is required. Never confuse conventional battery isolators with POWER-GATE battery isolators. POWER-GATE devices enjoy ultra-low on-resistance and require no heat sinking and no airflow at currents up to 600 Amps.

Recommended by EnerSys (manufacturer of Odyssey, Hawker, Loadhog, Powersafe, General, NP, Ironclad, Genesis, Heritage, and Varta batteries), and utilized in both military and civilian applications, POWER-GATE Battery Discharge Controllers insure that power gets to where it's needed without the excessive heat and Voltage drop typified by more common, lesser performing silicon and Schottky devices. Unlike conventional silicon and Schottky isolators, POWER-GATE's achieve sub-100 micro-ohm performance, even as the currents climb through 600 Amps; that's over 1,000% more efficient than traditional silicon and Schottky technology. With heat being the primary killer of electronics, engineering heat OUT of the product yields unparalleled reliability.

Perfect Switch manufactures Battery Discharge Controllers in two configurations: Single Rectifiers and Dual Rectifiers. Each is designed for use with multiple batteries and how you plan on using your DC resources will dictate which device is the appropriate choice for your application. Single rectifiers and dual rectifiers are available up to 300 Amps. Perfect Switch also offers higher power dual rectifier devices from 400 Amps to 600 Amps.

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