BZX585-B18,115

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The BZX585-B18,115 belongs to the family of diodes, specifically a single Zener diode. A diode is a type of electronic component made of semiconductor materials that control the flow of electric current only in one direction, such as from anode to cathode. It has a junction barrier which blocks the current flowing in the opposite direction and it can be used as rectifier, voltage limiter, or to protect other components from voltage surge.

Diode is the most commonly used device in electronic circuit, and it is a necessary component in those electronic equipment. The BZX585-B18,115 diode is a single Zener diode, and it is an important component todo tasks such as clamping surges and over-voltage protection in circuit. The BZX585-B18,115 is a P–type dopedsingle Zener diode that has a voltage range of 15 to 18V, and a maximum power rating of 115mW. It features a high-speed switching time with a low-forward voltage.

The working principle of the BZX585-B18,115 is based on the PN-junction diodes which have a Zener breakdown voltage characteristic. In normal operation, the forward voltage drop across the Zener diode is usually low, usually 0.7V or lower. When the reverse voltage exceeds a certain voltage threshold, the Zener effect is triggered, which allows electric current to flow in the reverse direction.

When the reverse voltage reaches a certain high level, the current increases exponentially due to the strong electric field at the PN junction, then it causes exponential breakdown. Therefore, the reverse voltage of the BZX585-B18,115 is between 15 and 18V, and the power rating is 115mW. In addition, the fast turn-on time of the BZX585-B18,115 is about 5ns, which makes it suitable for high-speed circuit applications.

The application area of the BZX585-B18,115 is wide, it can be used in variety of electrical and electronic equipment. It is widely used to protect system power supplies and smart device circuits, as well as automotive wire harnesses and electric systems, such as car batteries and electric motors. Moreover, it can be used to power electric locks, lightning control, speaker amplifiers, etc.

On the other hand, the BZX585-B18,115 can also be used to provide over-voltage clamp protection from voltage transients and other transient voltage phenomena. In such application, the BZX585-B18,115 Zener diode is placed across the load, to provide a low-impedance path for any over-voltage surge to be bypassed through the Zener diode, thus safely grounding it. This protects other components in the circuit from over-voltage risks.

In conclusion, the BZX585-B18,115 is a high-performance single Zener diode with a wide operating temperature range and long life. It has a voltage range of 15 to 18V and a maximum power rating of 115mW. It has a high-speed switching time and is suitable for a variety of applications. It is used in almost all electronic circuits, such as car batteries and electric motors, as well as over-voltage protection.

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