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03-27-2026, 11:10 AM
Hi Guys
An integrated bridge is always easier to mount than individual diodes. Package types that bolt to the chassis provide secure attachment points for related wiring when mounted, plus, the chassis provides heat sinking. For a given current rating, the leads of modern bridge packages are thinner than for equal-rated single diodes.
For the Hood amp, you would want to use 3A diodes if singles, and these always have fat leads - a lot of terminal space when using solder-lug terminal strips. The integrated bridge is usually smaller.
Have fun
An integrated bridge is always easier to mount than individual diodes. Package types that bolt to the chassis provide secure attachment points for related wiring when mounted, plus, the chassis provides heat sinking. For a given current rating, the leads of modern bridge packages are thinner than for equal-rated single diodes.
For the Hood amp, you would want to use 3A diodes if singles, and these always have fat leads - a lot of terminal space when using solder-lug terminal strips. The integrated bridge is usually smaller.
Have fun
