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Diodes - Zener - Single

The 1N5236B is a widely used diode under the category of Zener - Single. It has a wide variety of applications in controlling the flow of electric current in electronic circuits. This article provides a brief overview of the 1N5236B diode, including its application field and working principle.

Application Field

The 1N5236B diode is widely used for regulating the voltage in different types of electric circuits. It is ideal for use in systems that require low-power and low-voltage regulators. It can be used in a wide range of applications, such as:

• Circuit protection.
• High-frequency rectifiers.
• Switching regulators.
• DC/DC converters.
• Motor Drivers.
• LED lighting applications.
• Power supplies.
• Computer display controllers.
• Solar energy systems.
• Telecom systems.
• Automotive applications.

The 1N5236B diode is also used in other applications such as voltage-controlled resistors, limiters, and integrators.

Working Principle

The 1N5236B diode is a two-terminal rectifying semiconductor device with a wide range of potentials. It is made up of two layers of lightly doped semiconductor material, with one layer having an extra amount of electrons. This layer is called an n-type and the other layer, with fewer electrons, is called a p-type.

When a voltage potential is applied to the device, a forward current passes through the diode, allowing electrical energy to flow from the n-type to the p-type. This forward current is limited by the diode’s resistance and capacitance.

When the voltage passes the diode’s maximum allowed voltage (zener voltage or reverse breakdown voltage) the diode experiences a reverse current, similar to that of a standard diode. However, in the case of the 1N5236B diode, the current does not increase drastically. Instead, it increases steadily, allowing for a low-power and low-voltage application.

When the reverse breakdown voltage of the 1N5236B diode is exceeded, either by a higher voltage or by a very large reverse current, the diode switches off, preventing further current flow.

The main advantage of the 1N5236B diode is that it can regulate the current in any circuit. This makes it ideal for use in a variety of applications, such as voltage regulation, circuit protection, and power supplies.

Conclusion

The 1N5236B diode is a widely used zener diode in testing and industrial circuits, due to its dual-function capabilities. It can be used for a wide range of applications, such as voltage regulation, circuit protection, power supplies, motor drivers, and computer display controllers. The 1N5236B also offers fast clamping performance and can switch off quickly when the voltage exceeds the maximum allowed level. This makes it ideal for controlling the flow of current in a wide range of systems.

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