BZX384B16-G3-18

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The BZX384B16-G3-18 is a single zener diode that is widely used in various electrical and electronic components. It is a three pin diode and has a rated current of 16 mA.

In terms of its application field, the BZX384B16-G3-18 can be used for voltage regulation in applications such as automotive and automotive electrical systems, industrial and commercial electronics, home and portable electronics, and telecom equipment. This diode can also be used as a clamp device in some ac/dc voltage converter circuits and as a temperature sensor. Furthermore, the BZX384B16-G3-18 can be employed as a transient voltage suppressor in power supplies, surge protectors and EMI/RFI filters.

The BZX384B16-G3-18 has an operating temperature range between -20°C and 120°C. Its maximum reverse current is 2mA, with a maximum zener voltage of 18 Volts. The dissipation factor (PD) is 110mW. The voltage regulator’s peak allowable reverse power dissipation is 500mW.

As for its working principle, the BZX384B16-G3-18 functions as a specialized diode which enables the flow of current through it in a single direction. Upon application of a high enough reverse voltage, however, the diode becomes nonlinear and allows the direction of current flow to be reversed. This allows the diode to regulate voltage as it is connected in series with components like resistors, capacitors and transformers. When a certain predetermined breakdown voltage is reached, the current flow through the diode increases exponentially, resulting in the necessary voltage regulation.

In a nutshell, the BZX384B16-G3-18 is a small but powerful zener diode that is used for voltage regulation in various electrical and electronic devices, with a temperature operating range of -20°C to 120°C and a maximum zener voltage of 18 Volts. It is a three pin diode and its rated current is 16mA with a peak allowable reverse power dissipation of 500mW. It functions by enabling current flow through it in a single direction, but upon application of a high enough reverse voltage, it becomes nonlinear, allowing the flow of current to be reversed, thus resulting in the necessary voltage regulation.

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