BZX84B9V1-HE3-08

Diodes - Zener - Single - BZX84B9V1-HE3-08 Application Field and Working Principle

A Zener diode is an electronic component that exhibits a specific electrical behavior when connected in a reverse-biased condition. By connnecting the diode in a reverse biased condition, a larger reverse breakdown voltage can be obtained than when connected in the forward bias condition. An example of a Zener diode is the BZX84B9V1-HE3-08, which is a single diode specifically designed for applications requiring a high-power zener diode to function in a reverse-biased condition.

Application Field

The BZX84B9V1-HE3-08 high-power zener diode is an ideal component for a range of applications that require an efficient and reliable reverse resistance circuit. This includes voltage stabilization, voltage regulation, audo-voltage regulation, and uni-polar voltage control. Furthermore, this diode is capable of passing high-currents, making it well suited for high-performance circuits.

Working Principle

The BZX84B9V1-HE3-08 reverse bias diode works on the principle that electrons in the electrode circuit cross a potential barrier mainly caused by the electric field generated by the reverse bias voltage. This creates the potential barrier that allows current to flow in the reverse direction. In normal conditions, electrons entering the diode semiconductor material will be stopped by the potential barrier, which stops the flow of current. However under reverse bias, when electrons hits the potential barrier, they will pass through it to a smaller current level, and thus the current flow will be limited.

The reverse bias of the diode allows it to reach breakdown voltage, meaning that at a certain reverse bias voltage, the current flowing through the diode will increase rapidly. This is useful for voltage regulation, which involves the diode, regulator and load connected in series. As the voltage across the load increases, the diode’s control of current increases, thus maintaining the regulated voltage.

Conclusion

The BZX84B9V1-HE3-08 is a high-power single diode specifically designed for applications requiring reverse head operation. It is ideal component for voltage stabilization, voltage regulation, auto-voltage regulation, and uni-polar voltage control. It is capable of passing high currents and is well suited for high-performance circuits. The diode also works on the principle of allowing electrons to cross a potential barrier, allowing current to flow in the reverse direction, and allowing the diode to reach breakdown voltage.