Date:         Mon, 4 Nov 1996 15:34:10 -0500 (EST)
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From:         Cetin  Seren <cseren@fore.com>
Subject:      On-board Charging.

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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