AZ23C10-E3-08

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An AZ23C10-E3-08 is part of the Zener diode array family of devices. As a Zener diode array, it is comprised of multiple Zener diodes connected in series, offering higher reliability than a single Zener diode. The AZ23C10-E3-08 is a three-terminal device with two (anode, cathode) cathode-coupled terminals and one (common) terminal. It uses an E3 case size.

Zener diodes are used in applications where the voltage needs to be precisely controlled. Zener diodes work by utilizing a reverse breakdown voltage. When a Zener diode is subjected to a reverse voltage, the diode begins to conduct current. The voltage drop across the diode is precisely controlled by the amount of voltage being reverse-biased, called the Zener voltage. By connecting multiple Zener diodes in series, the total reverse breakdown voltage can be increased, providing additional range and flexibility.

The AZ23C10-E3-08 is primarily used in applications requiring the precise control of a higher voltage. As a three-terminal array, it provides a more reliable and easier method of safely controlling and managing higher voltage levels. By connecting the common terminal to the anode of the first Zener diode, and connecting the anode of the last Zener diode to the cathode of the first Zener diode, the total voltage drop of the array is determined by the Zener voltage values of each diode.

Common applications for the AZ23C10-E3-08 include voltage regulation, ESD protection, and transient suppression. In order to protect sensitive circuit components, the AZ23C10-E3-08 can be used to provide over-voltage protection by limiting voltage levels. This can be done by either providing a shunt path for excess voltage, or by controlling the voltage drop across the array. The AZ23C10-E3-08 can also be used to provide Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection and Transient Suppression (TS). This can be done by operating the device in reverse breakdown mode, thus providing a low impedance path for current to flow without any significant voltage drop.

The AZ23C10-E3-08 consists of N-type MOSFETs connected in series. Each MOSFET acts as a Zener diode with the drain being the anode, the source being the cathode, and the gate being the common terminal. By utilizing the low ON-resistance of the MOSFETs, they provide very high ESD protection. By properly biasing the gate, the device can also provide over-voltage protection.

In conclusion, the AZ23C10-E3-08 is a three-terminal Zener diode array used for the precise control of higher voltages. It is used in a variety of applications such as voltage regulation, ESD protection, and transient suppression. The device utilizes N-type MOSFETs for high ESD protection and is typically used in high frequency circuits. The AZ23C10-E3-08 can provide reliable and reliable performance in a variety of applications.

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