BZX384-B4V7,115

A Zener diode, also known as a regulated diode, is one of the most common types of diodes available. Zener diodes rely on breakdown voltage for their operation, allowing current to flow in either direction, depending on the polarity of the voltage. The BZX384-B4V7,115 is a particular type of single Zener diode. As its name suggests, it has a breakdown voltage of 4.7 volts.

The purpose of a Zener diode is to regulate the voltage in a circuit. By regulating the voltage, it ensures that the system is not subjected to potentially damaging levels of electrical current. Zener diodes can provide protection to sensitive electronic equipment, avoiding the risk of short-circuits or current spikes. They are particularly effective when used in conjunction with capacitors or other input devices which regulate the pulsing.

The BZX384-B4V7,115 offers a low reverse leakage current and a low temperature coefficient. It is also resistant to shock and vibration, making it suitable for a number of applications, including personal Computers (PCs), automotive electronics and medical equipment. The diode also has a low capacitance, which is ideal for high-speed applications, where a reduction in capacitance leads to reduced power consumption and improved performance.

In terms of applications, the BZX384-B4V7,115 is particularly well suited to power supplies and voltage regulators. In these circuits, it is used to provide a stable voltage level, which is necessary for sensitive electronic devices to operate correctly. It can also be used as an over-voltage protection device, ensuring that the voltage in the system does not exceed a certain threshold. The BZX384-B4V7,115 is also found in circuits used for temperature measurement and control, where it can be used to keep a specific temperature level within a certain range.

The way that a BZX384-B4V7,115 works is relatively simple. It is a semiconductor device and consists of two terminals, an anode and a cathode. The voltage applied to the diode determines which direction the current will flow. In the forward direction, when a voltage of greater than 4.7 volts is applied, the diode will conduct current, allowing current to flow from the anode to the cathode. In the reverse direction, when a voltage of less than 4.7 volts is applied, the diode will enter breakdown mode, allowing current to flow from the cathode to the anode.

The BZX384-B4V7,115 is a single Zener diode, meaning that it allows current to flow in only one direction. It can be used in a number of applications, such as voltage regulation, over-voltage protection, and temperature measurement and control. The diode is particularly suited for applications where shock and vibration resistance is required, and for high-speed applications where a low capacitance is important. The BZX384-B4V7,115 operates by allowing current to flow from the anode to the cathode, when a greater than 4.7 volts is applied, and from the cathode to the anode, when a voltage lower than 4.7 volts is applied.