1N5384AE3/TR13

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1N5384AE3/TR13 is a type of Zener diode which has a single diode configuration. It is extensively used in a variety of electronic applications.

A Zener diode is a particular type of diode designed to exploit the electrical properties of the reverse-bias condition of the diode, allowing it to be used as a voltage regulator or other similar functions. It is mainly used to regulate the voltage across a circuit and protect the circuit from voltages that are too high. This type of diode is widely used in power supplies, port protection circuits, overvoltage protection, and so on.

The 1N5384AE3/TR13 Zener diode has a maximum voltage rating of 13 V and a power rating of 500 mW. It features two electrodes, a cathode (negative) and an anode (positive). The anode is connected to ground, and the cathode is connected to the power source that is being regulated. When forward-biased, a diode allows current to flow in one direction, from the anode to the cathode. Conversely, the diode blocks current from flowing from the cathode to the anode. This means that any voltage higher than the diode\'s rating will be blocked from entering the circuit.

When the voltage across the diode reaches its reverse breakdown voltage (also known as Zener voltage or Zener voltage rating), the Zener diode begins to conduct in the reverse direction. This conducts a current known as the Zener current, thereby regulating the output voltage to the Zener voltage, which is usually lower than the input voltage.

Zener diodes are temperature-sensitive due to the temperature coefficient of the semiconductor material used in their construction. This means that when the temperature of the Zener diode increases, the Zener voltage will also increase, which can cause the output voltage to be higher than the expected voltage. To prevent this, 1N5384AE3/TR13 is equipped with a 1000 ppm/K thermal coefficient. This ensures that the Zener voltage remains constant, thereby creating a highly stable voltage output.

In terms of application, 1N5384AE3/TR13 can be used in a wide range of applications such as overvoltage protection, port protection, and power supplies. Additionally, it can be used in circuits as a voltage regulator, providing a stable output voltage regardless of the input voltage.

The 1N5384AE3/TR13 is a robust and reliable Zener diode and widely used in many electronic applications due to its high stability and temperature coefficient and robust construction. It is a great choice for applications where a reliable and consistent voltage output is required.

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