1N4460US Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Zener - Single

1N4460US is a single zener diode which is widely used in industrial, medical and consumer electronic applications. The device aims at offering a low cost, robust and highly competitive solution for different applications.

The 1N4460US zener diode offers a wide range of applications such as surge protection, voltage regulation and temperature compensation. It provides reliable and efficient operation in extreme electrical and temperature conditions. The zener diode is also used in voltage reference designs for accurate and stable voltage control.

Working Principle:

The 1N4460US is a voltage regulator diode that operates on the principle of reverse bias breakdown. When the device is reverse biased, the valence band of the semiconductor material starts to deplete, allowing electric current to flow through the diode in the reverse direction. This typically occurs at a voltage equal to the breakdown voltage, designated as V_Z. When the applied voltage reaches V_Z, a large current flows in the reverse direction, which sets the operating voltage of the device.

The breakdown voltage of a zener diode is determined by the semiconductor material used in the device and the doping concentration profile. By adjusting the doping concentration, the breakdown voltage of the 1N4460US device can be designed to meet different application requirements.

Application Field

1N4460US is used in different applications covering a wide range of operating voltages depending on the application. It is particularly useful in temperature compensated circuits where the voltage provided is stable and consistent.

The device is often used in low voltage power supplies, providing steady voltage output levels despite any input voltage fluctuations. It can also be used in high voltage DC and AC circuits, where the device provides protection by diverting the excess current away from critical components.

In addition, the 1N4460US diode can also be used in various circuit designs as an active reference source. It can be used to regulate the voltage in industrial control circuits and in consumer electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.