The abbreviation PIV in the case of a diode stands for ______

Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) : Analog Electronics - Quiz(MCQ)

Peak Inverse Voltage

Peak Inferior Voltage

Peak Internal Voltage

Problematic Inverse Voltage

Correct Answer : Option (A) : Peak Inverse Voltage

Explanation : PIV stands for Peak Inverse Voltage. It is the maximum reverse bias voltage which a diode can bear without breakdown.

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