1PMT4116E3/TR13

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The diode in the 1PMT4116E3/TR13 comes from a category of diodes called Zener diodes. In general, a Zener diode is a reverse-biased two terminal p-n junction semiconductor device, which when operated at higher temperature, exhibits a breakdown voltage or a voltage at which it starts to conduct in the reverse biasing direction. The 1PMT4116E3/TR13 is a single, fixed Zener diode with a 5.1V breakdown voltage, a 5.2V nominal zener voltage, and a max reverse current (IR) of 100μA.

A Zener diode is commonly used to control voltage in electronic circuits, by providing a voltage reference at a certain level and controlling voltages above that point. They are usually used in reverse-bias mode where the Zener diode is polarized such that the diode is reversely connected to the source of power, with the Zener diode\'s cathode being connected to the positive terminal of the power source and the anode being connected to the negative terminal. This way, when the voltage increases beyond a certain voltage (zener voltage) the diode breaks down and begins to conduct on the reverse direction. This prevents the voltage from further increasing.

The 1PMT4116E3/TR13 Zener diode has a great application range due to its low power requirements and low voltage breakdown characteristics. It is often used as overvoltage protection devices in telecom and multimedia systems, switching power supplies, and sheilded power supply units. The 1PMT4116E3/TR13 Zener diode or similar devices can also be used for voltage regulation and waveform clamping of power LED driver circuits. And its relatively low power operation ensures minimal disruption of the signal or power for which it is connected.

The 1PMT4116E3/TR13 Zener diode follows a basic operating principle known as avalanche breakdown. This is a process in which a reverse-biased p-n junction has a high electric field magnitude at its junction, allowing electron-hole pairs to be built up by the collision of minority carriers. As the electric field intensity increases, the avalanche breakdown occurs, leading to an increased current which carries through the junction in the reverse direction of the original bias. This avalanche breakdown process generates the breakdown voltage of the Zener diode.

The 1PMT4116E3/TR13 Zener diode is a reliable and cost-effective technology which offers a great deal of flexibility depending on the application. Its features such as reverse bias protection and voltage regulation, along with its low current requirements and small size, make it an excellent choice for a variety of applications.

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