freewheelingdioder
A freewheeling diode, also known as a flyback diode, snubber diode, or suppressor diode, is a diode connected in parallel with an inductive load, such as a relay coil or motor. Its primary purpose is to protect switching elements, like transistors or integrated circuits, from voltage spikes that can occur when the inductive load is switched off.
When an inductive load is energized, it stores energy in its magnetic field. Upon de-energization, the magnetic
The freewheeling diode is connected in reverse bias during normal operation. However, when the switching element
By providing a path for the inductive current to flow, the freewheeling diode effectively clamps the voltage