1N5946APE3/TR12

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Diodes-Zener-Single are widely used electronic components designed to regulate or limit the flow of electrical current within a given voltage. They are generally used to reduce electrical current by providing a means of controlling and/or limiting the amount of power flowing through a circuit. The 1N5946APE3/TR12 is a type of Zener diode belonging to the Zener-Single category, and it is most commonly used in semiconductor applications.

The 1N5946APE3/TR12 is designed to control electrical current through a circuit and protect the components within it from damage due to excess power. The diode has a maximum continuous forward current rating of 150mA and a power dissipation rating of 600mW. Its Zener voltage, also known as its breakdown voltage, is 12V. This refers to the voltage at which the diode breaks down and is the amount of voltage required to make the diode conduct electricity.

The 1N5946APE3/TR12 diode has a typical forward voltage of 0.6V when its current rating is equal to or less than its maximum rating. The reverse current of this diode is also very low at a maximum of 5µA, making it ideal for applications where reverse current needs to be controlled.

The 1N5946APE3/TR12 can be used in a variety of applications, including but not limited to power supplies, switching power supplies, voltage regulators, and voltage-variable dividers. It can also be used to smooth the output of DC power supplies, as well as to limit the output of a power source. Additionally, the diode can be used to protect other components from voltage spikes, as well as to reduce electrical noise in systems.

The main principle used by the 1N5946APE3/TR12 is that of the PN-junction between the free electrons and holes. As current enters the diode, the free electrons move from the N-type side and holes move from the P-type side, allowing for current to flow. When the voltage reaches the diode’s Zener voltage, the free electrons from the N-type side can no longer occupy the P-type side, creating an inverted PN-junction and allowing for current to flow in the reverse direction.

The 1N5946APE3/TR12 is a widely used diode in semiconductor applications. It is designed to protect components against excessive current and also to reduce electrical noise in systems. The diode is able to provide reliable current regulation as well as voltage control due to its Zener voltage. This makes it an ideal choice for various applications that require effective current and voltage control.

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