Procrastinator 5v6

digitalsea

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Hi guys,

I've done a few builds, and I'm sure this is a super dumb questions, but I'm having trouble figuring out what this diode is supposed to be. Is this just a 5v6 zener? Is there further info to this diode? Will any 5v6 diode work?

Thanks for any help.

Cheers
 
And my understanding is wattage is important on zeners, not like wattage on resistors where we can get away with any value.
The power rating (i.e., wattage) is important in all cases. Pedals typically operate at such low currents that, in the case of resistors, 1/4W provides more than sufficient margin. With margin assured, the choice is then dictated by physical constraints of the board.

To determine the power rating required, you’d have to do some math.

Ohm’s law: I=V/R

Then, you can calculate the power (W) by:
P=V*I
 
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