1EZ140D5/TR12

Introduction to 1EZ140D5/TR12 Diodes

1EZ140D5/TR12 diodes are diodes categorized under "Single Zener" . Single Zener diodes are equipped with an adjustable, reliable operating voltage and are primarily used for protection against overvoltage, regulation and low-voltage application. In other words, this type of diode acts as if it is an electronic valve, controlling the flow of current in one direction. To understand their application field and working principle in more detail, we are going to break down both explanations.

Application Field

1EZ140D5/TR12 diodes have various uses, such as being able to provide voltage regulation, being able to provide a fixed voltage source and being able to provide protection against overloads and reversible polarity. In addition, these diodes are used in many circuit applications, such as power supplies, radio receivers, oscilloscopes and battery chargers. Thanks to the adjustable, reliable operating voltage, these diodes become extremely useful in protection of electronics from overvoltage.

Zener diodes are relatively smaller in size and are capable of providing far more power than linear series regulators or voltage limiters. This also makes them much more efficient than traditional series regulator or voltage limiter. Furthermore, these diodes can be used as a reference or a means to introduce reflowable or triable variables in a given circuit.

Working Principle

The main function of 1EZ140D5/TR12 diodes is to regulate the supply voltage and protect the device against higher voltage than the device is designed to handle. This is done by a special “breakdown” process that occurs when the voltage across the diode is higher enough to make the junction between the N and P layers of the semiconductor material to form a channel. This process of voltage breakdown is known as zener breakdown, and it can be adjusted to restrict the current through the diode. In the simplest case, a zener diode acts as a voltage source in the presence of external voltage.

The 1EZ140D5/TR12 diodes make use of a reversed biasing voltage to reduce the current flow through its anode side. In other words, when the anode is connected to the negative potential, it will block any current from coming through. When connected in reverse bias, the diode limits the current flow, allowing only a few sparking currents to pass. This helps protect the device from surges and other voltage irregularities. When connected in series with the protection device, the diode will limit the current, thus protecting the device.

In conclusion, 1EZ140D5/TR12 diodes are able to provide voltage regulation, being able to provide a fixed voltage source and being able to provide protection against overloads and reversible polarity. With a reverse-biased voltage, they are used to reduce current flow while providing protection from voltage irregularity by limiting the current only to a few sparking points. With all of these benefits, these diodes can be efficiently used in any electronics device.