Hi Joe,

You can use them but one of the characteristics of slow rectifiers is
that they are "quieter" and you'll get less RF emission than with the
fast ones.

Cheers,

Bob

On Sat, 28 May 2011 22:06 +1200, "IVP" <joecolquitt@clear.net.nz> wrote:
> Hi all,
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> I'm making a variable linear PSU out of recyclables. I have all
> the parts for a 0 - 35V 5A. One thing I'm not sure about are the
> diodes I could use
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> Amongst those to hand are MUR3020 and BYV52-200
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> www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/MUR3020PT-D.PDF
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> Both are ultrafast, with the pdf suggesting use in SMPS, but
> no mention of linear supplies
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> Would either be suitable in the attached schematic ? If not
> I have a few MR750 (6A, 600V)
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> www.onsemi.com/pub_link/Collateral/MR750-D.PDF
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> I note that the lead length is very important
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> TIA
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> Joe
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