AZ23B5V1-E3-18 Discrete Semiconductor Products

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The AZ23B5V1-E3-18 is a type of diode—zener array. It is constructed as two, five, or ten zener diodes in series form, typically in one package in order to save space. The advantage of using a zener array is that each zener diode’s voltage will be closely matched when the diodes are connected in series with each other.

The AZ23B5V1-E3-18 Zener diode array package contains two 5.6V zener diodes inside, which combined have an output voltage of 11.2V. Thus, this makes it suitable for applications with output voltages lower than 11.2V. It is a single package integrated circuit building block where two or more power diodes are connected in series.

The working principle behind the AZ23B5V1-E3-18 diode array is primarily based on the breakdown voltage, otherwise known as the Zener voltage. This is a voltage where the junction barrier in the diode breaks and current starts flowing over it. When current starts to flow over the zener diode, it creates a certain voltage against its intrinsic impedance, typically characterized by its breakdown voltage (Vz) and breakdown current (Iz). This voltage is then applied across the two diodes of the AZ23B5V1-E3-18 array.

The AZ23B5V1-E3-18 diode array can be used in a variety of applications, such as in power supplies, in AC/DC rectification circuits or in DC-DC converters, or as a voltage reference. It can also be used in any other circuit application, where lower voltage is needed, to act as a voltage regulator.

In order to use the AZ23B5V1-E3-18 diode array, the user needs to properly mount it on a PCB using a heat sink, match it with other components, connect it to the power supply, and then adjust it with respect to the load and the environment. The user also needs to provide corresponding over-voltage, current, and voltage protection for it. Once these have been taken care of, the user can power it up and it will start to regulate the desired voltage level.

In conclusion, the AZ23B5V1-E3-18 diode array is a handy, convenient and cost-effective option for making zener diode circuits. It lets the user easily implement a voltage regulator circuit with a little effort—all at a reasonable price.

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