Can anyone tell me what diode model would you use when applying the peak value of the applied voltage?

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Any help is appreciated.....

Answer 1

The model has to include the zener voltage (reverse knee), not just the forward characteristics of the diode. I don't know what it is called in your textbook.

As long as the diode you are using has a zener voltage (also known as the Peak Inverse voltage for regular non-zener diodes)greater than the peak applied voltage, there won't be a problem with the diode conducting in reverse.

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Answer 2

to me your question isnt very specific,

but in most cases constant voltage drop model is safe bet, shockleys equation sucks