Dumb question alert:
I do not have a bridge rectifier on hand, but I do have a few diodes laying around (1N5408 Diodes 3 Amp). I know bridges are cheap, but I just want to do some testing of a dc can motor.
Are 3 amp diodes large enough to build a bridge rectifier to install in a engine with a single Mabuchi RS-365SH motor? I recently picked up a basket case MTH bantam J class. For now, I just want to see what I'm working with and give it some power from my ZW transformer. I figure 3 amps is enough for the can motor, but I might generate a lot of heat with the 3 amp diodes, possibly?
If I use 4 to make a bridge rectifier, does the amperage carrying ability remain at 3 amps, or does it go up/down when using them together?
