On Sat, 10 Sep 2005 04:35:23 +0100, "Dave D"
wrote:


"Darmok" wrote in message
.. .
just get yourself a 3amp silicon switching
diode (1N4001)

That will work quite well, but not for long- the 1N4001 is only rated at 1
Amp!
Maybe you meant a 1N5401?

Dave

Touche'

Bill, KB8EB