Just a clarification, sorry folks... > The Radio Shack store on my way to work does carry 10 amp diodes. > Careful: a 10-amp Silicon Diode (as opposed to a Germanium diode, > which has higher reverse current) will dissipate about 7 watts at full > throttle (10 amps). means it needs a heat sink so it does not form a > health hazard. I'd just keep the charger use it the way it is -- 3mA I meant a health hazard as in burns due to a fire, or just due to trying to hold the diode in your hand while operating. Cetin
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