BZW03D160-TAP

Diodes - Zener - Single

BZW03D160-TAP diodes are designed for a variety of applications. They are suitable for a wide range of power systems and their working principle is easy to understand.

BZW03D160-TAP diodes have a Zener breakdown voltage (BZV) of 160 volts, a dynamic resistance (DR) of 0.25 ohms, and a peak avalanche current (IAP) of 3 amps. The BZV rating is the voltage required to cause the zener breakdown effect and make the diode conduct current. The DR value indicates the resistance of the diode when it is turned on, while the IAP rating indicates the maximum current level a diode can handle before it fails due to excessive current.

BZW03D160-TAP diodes are used in a variety of applications, ranging from power supplies to automotive applications. In power supplies, they are used as voltage regulators and for protection from transient voltage spikes. In automotive applications, they are used for lighting and for wiring protection in automotive systems.

BZW03D160-TAP diodes work on the principle of Zener breakdown. In this effect, when a voltage higher than the Zener breakdown voltage is applied to the diode, the diode starts to conduct current instead of blocking it like a normal diode. This can be used for a variety of purposes, such as providing a stable voltage source, protecting against voltage transients, and protecting sensitive circuits from voltage spikes.

BZW03D160-TAP diodes are also used as surge protectors, in which they will “clamp” the voltage to a certain value and limit the amount of current that can pass through. This helps to protect sensitive components and circuitry from damage due to sudden changes in the power supply voltage.

In addition to their uses in the automotive and power supply industries, BZW03D160-TAP diodes are also used in consumer electronics, including laptop computers and cell phones. They are used as voltage regulators and surge protectors to help protect sensitive components from damage due to power surges.

BZW03D160-TAP diodes are designed to be both reliable and economical, and have been used in a variety of applications for many years. They are commonly used in a wide range of power systems, automotive, and consumer applications.