The SDM5U45EP3 from Diodes Incorporated is a Schottky Barrier Diode that is optimized for low forward voltage drop and low leakage current applications. It has a forward voltage of up to 580 mV and an average rectified output current of 5 A. This power diode has a peak repetitive reverse voltage of 45 V and a leakage current of up to 140 µA. It has low heat resistance, which enables design challenges with increasing efficiency while reducing board space. This RoHS-compliant diode has soft switching characteristics thus ensuring minimized EMI and EFI. It is available in a surface-mount package that measures 2 x 2 sq mm, and is suitable for portable applications such as blocking diode, boost diode, switching diode and reverse protection diode.