BZX84J-C12F

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Diodes are widely used components in the field of electronics. The BZX84J-C12F is a single Zener diode which has its own set of uses. This article outlines the application field and working principle of the BZX84J-C12F.

Construction and Specifications

The BZX84J-C12F has an anode and a cathode, with a common anode-cathode line. It is constructed with a semiconductor material and can operate with a range of operating temperatures. The forward voltage (VF) of the BZX84J-C12F is 1.5 V and the reverse voltage (VR) is 4 V. It also has a stabilization voltage (VZ) of 12 V and has a power dissipation of 200 mW.

Application field

The main application field of the BZX84J-C12F is in protection circuit applications. Due to its low voltage, it is suitable for preventing the over-voltage of an electrical circuit. It can be used to provide a stable voltage of 12 V to the circuit, by limiting the current to the maximum value specified. This helps to protect the circuit from possible damage caused by excessive current. It is also suitable for use as a voltage reference in digital circuits and can be used in a variety of applications, from consumer electronics to automotive electronics.

Working principle

The working principle of the BZX84J-C12F is based on the fact that it is a reverse-biasing device. This means that the current flow is predominantly in one direction. When the reverse voltage is applied, the device is said to be ‘on’, and the anode is negative with respect to the cathode. This creates a voltage drop across the device, inducing a current to flow. The current is limited by the reverse voltage, and the device will provide a stable voltage of 12 V to the circuit.

When the forward voltage is applied, the device becomes ‘off’ and no current will flow through the device. This is beneficial in applications such as protection circuits, where the BZX84J-C12F can be used to protect the circuit from becoming damaged by too much voltage.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the BZX84J-C12F is a single Zener diode with an anode and a cathode. It is mainly used for protection circuit applications and its working principle is based on the reverse-biasing property. It has a forward voltage of 1.5 V, a reverse voltage of 4 V, and a stabilization voltage of 12 V. With its low voltage, it can be used to prevent overvoltage and provide stability to a circuit.

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