When a sufficiently higher electrical potential is applied to the P side (the anode) than to the N side (the cathode), it allows electrons to flow through the depletion region from the N-type side …

A diode has two terminals, the anode and the cathode. Uses for diodes include switches, signal modulators, signal mixers, rectifiers, signal limiters, voltage regulators, oscillators, and signal …

Feb 25, 2025 · We can use two easy methods for diode anode cathode identification. The first is by locating the gray bar on the diode’s body – that is, the cathode terminal. The second …

Dec 2, 2023 · To accurately identify the anode and cathode of a diode is crucial for achieving the design objectives. In this article, TechSparks will introduce three techniques to help you …

Nov 24, 2025 · Accurately identifying the positions of the diode anode and the diode cathode is a fundamental skill for ensuring circuit performance and product reliability.

Jan 10, 2025 · At the heart of understanding diodes is two main terminals: the cathode and the anode. This article is a comprehensive guide that will look at what makes these terminals …

Jul 23, 2025 · In the context of a semiconductor diode, such as a typical silicon or germanium diode used in electronic circuits, the terms "cathode" and "anode" refer to the two terminals of …