Power net portal is a special schematic object used to define a power or ground net. Power ports allow you to conveniently indicate a power net at any location in the design. Power nets of the same designator automatically connect throughout your design #portal #power
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Yes, there are a few alternatives to diodes for preventing reverse current. Here are some options:
Transistors: Transistors, specifically MOSFETs, can be designed to allow current in one direction only, much like a diode. An example of this is the synchronous rectification in switch mode power supplies, where the body diode of the MOSFET conducts the reverse current during the off-time of the power switch.
Relays: This is a more mechanical solution, but relays can be configured to open or close a circuit under certain conditions, thereby preventing reverse current.
Current Limiting Circuit: Depending on your design, it may be possible to construct a circuit with resistors and transistors to limit or prevent reverse current.
Active Protection Circuits: These are typically more complex, but these circuits can actively monitor the direction of current and disconnect the load or source to prevent reverse current.
Keep in mind the use of these components will depend on your specific application and constraints – like power levels, space, cost, or component availability.
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Passive Components
Resistor Power Rating
Beta
Checks that the power traveling across a given resistor is under its rating with 50% headroom.