2EZ120D10/TR8

The 2EZ120D10/TR8 is a diode that falls under the single Zener category. This device is versatile and can be used for a variety of applications, depending on its working principle. This section will explore the primary application fields and working principles of the 2EZ120D10/TR8 for instance.

The Zener diode is a two-terminal electronic component with a reversed breakdown voltage. This component works as a voltage regulator in which the breakdown voltage is set by adjusting the parameters of the diode itself. In this respect, the Zener diode differs from other types of diodes in the sense that its breakdown voltage is determined passively and not actively. The 2EZ120D10/TR8 is ideal for circuit protection, voltage regulation and EMI/RFI filtering thanks to its low capacitance and 90 V voltage rating.

The basic working principle of the 2EZ120D10/TR8 is based on the Zener effect, which is named after its discoverer, physicist Clarence Zener. This effect occurs when an electric field increases the potential barrier of a diode, which then in turn increases the electric current of the diode. In regular PN junction diodes, this phenomenon occurs in reverse bias conditions. As the electric current increases, so does the potential barrier until it reaches the breakdown voltage of the diode, after which it is dissipated as heat.

The primary application field of the 2EZ120D10/TR8 is in power supplies and voltage regulation. This diode’s low capacitance properties make it well-suited for use in voltage regulation circuits, as it can be easily adjusted to create precise output levels. Additionally, the 2EZ120D10/TR8 can also be used in circuit protection to prevent overvoltages and current surges.

The 2EZ120D10/TR8’s working principle is based on Zener effect, which allows it to be used as a voltage regulator and EMI/RFI filter in many power supply and circuit protection circuits. This makes the 2EZ120D10/TR8 a versatile and indispensable part of any electrical system.