1N6012A

1N6012A Application Field and Working Principle

1N6012A is a Zener diode which shows high performance over temperature operation for its superior design by using PN junction. It has various applications due to its superior design and structure, it is widely used in circuit designs of various electronic and communication systems.

1N6012A has excellent temperature coefficients, high Zener voltage and it is able to sustain higher switch voltage and holds greater dynamic impedance. The body of the diode is made of PN junction. It is available in leaded (L) and Surface Mount (SMD) package.

Working Principle

Zener diodes are operated under a reverse bias voltage. When the external voltage is less than the breakdown voltage, no current flows through the device. When the voltage exceeded the breakdown voltage, current starts to flow through the device. Still the current flowing through the device is limited. However, once the voltage reaches the Zener voltage, it will continue to remain at a constant voltage level. This is how precision voltage regulation is accomplished through Zener diodes.

Applications

1N6012A Zener Diodes are mainly used in voltage regulation circuits as precision voltage regulators. This type of diodes are also used in digital circuits, logic circuits, current limiter, temperature compensation, battery powered circuits, and low noise circuits, circuit protection and signal smoothing. Besides they can be used in many other applications where protection from voltage or electrical surge is needed.

Advantages

The main advantages of 1N6012A Zener Diodes are their high performance over temperature operation, excellent temperature coefficient, high Zener Voltage and low leakage current. They have great dynamic impedance, greater switch voltage and capability to hold the current. It saves the space compared to the traditional power supplies and regulators. These advantages make the 1N6012A Zener Diodes an important device in modern electronic applications.

Conclusion

1N6012A Zener Diodes are a high performance diode which offers excellent temperature coefficient, high Zener Voltage, greater dynamic impedance and great switch voltage. It is used in various applications such as digital circuit, logic circuit, voltage regulation and current limiter. 1N6012A Zener Diodes are the best choice for precision voltage regulation, circuit protection, signal smoothing and other applications where protection from voltage or electrical surge is needed.