2M6.8Z R0G

2M6.8Z R0G application field and working principle

A diode is a two-terminal electronic device that implements electrical conduction through a region of semiconductor material, between P-type (positive) and N-type (negative) materials. A Zener diode is a particular type of diode that is designed to allow current to flow in the reverse direction when a certain reverse voltage, called the “breakdown voltage” or “Zener voltage”, is reached.

The 2M6.8Z R0G is a single Zener diode. It is a Diodes Inc. manufactured diode composed of a monolithic silicon die and designed to pass current in both directions. It is available in DO-41, SOD-323 and SOD-723 packages. It provides a Zener voltage of 6.8 volts. Its power allowed is 2 watts. It is an axial leaded component with a voltage tolerance of 5%. It provides a good temperature rise, low leakage, and good capacitance characteristics.

The breakdown voltage is the voltage at which a Zener diode will break down and allow current to flow in the reverse direction. In the case of the 2M6.8Z R0G, this breakdown voltage is 6.8 volts. This voltage should not be exceeded or else damage to the diode may occur.

The 2M6.8Z R0G is typically used as a shunt regulator to provide a reference voltage source for low power applications in consumer electronics, telecommunication equipment, automotive electrical systems, and voltage regulation in industrial control circuits. It can be used to provide a constant voltage source to other components in the circuit and to provide overvoltage protection.

The working principle of the 2M6.8Z R0G is that when a voltage is applied across its anode and cathode terminals, it will act as a normal diode and begin to conduct current. When the applied voltage reaches 6.8 volts, the diode will break down and no further current will flow. The excess voltage will be “clamped” at the Zener voltage and no further voltage increases will occur. This breakdown voltage will remain relatively constant over time as long as the applied current is below the maximum rating.

Overall, the 2M6.8Z R0G diode provides stable voltage sources for low power applications, which are required for a variety of electronics and automotive applications. Its application fields and working principle provide an effective and efficient method for controlling the voltage of a circuit.