I have a couple that have crossed my mind and keep me wondering...
1) What is/was the 8 volt standard for? For example, the 78xx series of regulators had 5,8,9,12,15,18,24 volt versions. I can see the point in all the others but the 8 volt ones.
2) I have several diodes with glass casings. How the heck do they get the diode chip inside? I guess they mold the glass around it, but wouldn't this be at glowing hot destructive temperatures?
1) What is/was the 8 volt standard for? For example, the 78xx series of regulators had 5,8,9,12,15,18,24 volt versions. I can see the point in all the others but the 8 volt ones.
2) I have several diodes with glass casings. How the heck do they get the diode chip inside? I guess they mold the glass around it, but wouldn't this be at glowing hot destructive temperatures?