23-04-12, 06:31 PM
Diode may be reverse-polarity protection - but it may also be simply acting as a fuse. Its not something I'd replace with wire however.
It may be burned, but it might still be semi-functional - it can happen.
If you have a magnifying glass, you may be able to make out any identifying characters (eg 1N XXXX).
Final point: although you've identified the burned out diode, it'd be a good idea to make sure you've identified any underlying faults to prevent the new one going the same way.
It may be burned, but it might still be semi-functional - it can happen.
If you have a magnifying glass, you may be able to make out any identifying characters (eg 1N XXXX).
Final point: although you've identified the burned out diode, it'd be a good idea to make sure you've identified any underlying faults to prevent the new one going the same way.