3EZ180D10/TR12

Application Field and Working Principle of 3EZ180D10/TR12

The 3EZ180D10/TR12 belongs to the silicon Zener diode family, which is single in nature. It is generally used for general purpose applications. The device has a low threshold voltage, high peak inverse voltage and a wide dynamic range of inductive/resistive loads. Additionally, it offers excellent performance in terms of power supply stability, power supply regulation and power line stability.

General Features

The 3EZ180D10/TR12 comes with a peak reverse voltage of 180V and a total standard current of 10mA. It also has decent surge strength with 1.3 mA at a reverse voltage of 50V. The device consists of an ultra low capacitance Schottky diode that provides better forward and reverse current capability. It has a high breakdown voltage, low insertion voltage and low leakage current. Its leakage currents can be regulated by controlling the bias current.

Working Principle

The 3EZ180D10/TR12 works on the principle of Zener breakdown. When a reverse voltage is applied to the device, the electric field between the anode and cathode exceeds the Zener breakdown voltage, resulting in an avalanche breakdown. This makes the device conduct a current under reverse bias. The current is proportional to the applied reverse voltage, and the device can function as a voltage regulator.

Applications

The 3EZ180D10/TR12 can be used in a variety of applications, such as transceivers, LED panel displays, power supplies, antenna systems, security lights, automotive electronics, consumer devices, consumer electronics, telecom equipment and even medical equipment. The device can also be used in applications that require low current and high resistance characteristics. Additionally, it can be used as a clamping diode to protect the connected devices from transient voltages.

Conclusion

The 3EZ180D10/TR12 is a single Zener silicon diode, which can be used for various applications. It has a low breakdown voltage and low insertion voltage. Additionally, it has a high peak reverse voltage and can provide excellent power line stability. It can be used as a clamping diode to protect the connected devices from transient voltages. The device can also be used in transceivers, LED panel displays, power supplies, antenna systems, security lights, automotive electronics, consumer devices and other such applications.