1N5950BUR-1

1N5950BUR-1 Application Field and Working Principle

The 1N5950BUR-1 is a specialized diode with a Zener voltage of 5.1 volts. It is used within certain electronic devices as a protection device to avoid overvoltage. The 1N5950BUR-1 is a single zener diode, and is available in various packages including SBP, DO-35, MELF, and SOT-23.

The 1N5950BUR-1 is mostly used in overvoltage protection and voltage regulation applications. Its common usage is in low-power electronics, such as portable electronics, automotive electronics, LED lighting, and other switching-supply components. It\'s also used in current-limited circuit protection due to its low forward voltage.

Working Principle

The 1N5950BUR-1 works on the principle of a Zener diode. When the anode voltage becomes greater than the breakdown voltage, the Zener diode starts to conduct current in the reverse direction. This protects any overvoltage from damaging the circuit. The 1N5950BUR-1 has a Zener voltage of 5.1V, which means that any voltage above 5.1V will be diverted away from the circuit.

When the anode voltage is less than the Zener voltage, the forward voltage of the device is low and very little current flows. The device is in the OFF-state and does not provide overvoltage protection. The device can handle up to a 1mA current in reverse direction for Zener regulation.

Conclusion

The 1N5950BUR-1 is a specialized diode with a Zener voltage of 5.1 volts. It is used in numerous applications to provide overvoltage protection and current-limited circuit protection. The device works on the principle of a Zener diode, which regulates the flow of current by diverting any voltage above the device’s breakdown voltage.