Why does this device need an OR-Gate?

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Chris W

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The device listed at the link below automatically switch the output
between either a 12V (really 13.8V) power supply or a battery depending
of if the power supply is on. It says it "uses two 80 ampere Schottky
diodes connected as an OR-Gate to isolate the battery and power supply
from each other." My question is what is the or gate used for? I
understand to diodes to stop the Power supply from sucking power out of
the batteries when it is off, but have on idea what advantage an or gate
would give.


http://www.powerwerx.com/product.asp?ProdID=2047&CtgID=3574


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I just read that again. I thought it said 2 diodes connected to an or
gate. When it really says 2 diodes connected "AS" an or gate. I get it
now. Never mind.

Chris W wrote:
The device listed at the link below automatically switch the output
between either a 12V (really 13.8V) power supply or a battery depending
of if the power supply is on. It says it "uses two 80 ampere Schottky
diodes connected as an OR-Gate to isolate the battery and power supply
from each other." My question is what is the or gate used for? I
understand to diodes to stop the Power supply from sucking power out of
the batteries when it is off, but have on idea what advantage an or gate
would give.


http://www.powerwerx.com/product.asp?ProdID=2047&CtgID=3574
Click to expand...
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Chris W
KE5GIX

"Protect your digital freedom and privacy, eliminate DRM,
learn more at http://www.defectivebydesign.org/what_is_drm"

Ham Radio Repeater Database.
http://hrrdb.com
 
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