CDLL5918D

Diodes - Zener - Single

The CDLL5918D is a single Zener diode designed for use in professional electronic applications. It is manufactured by ON Semiconductor and provides a low platform voltage drop—ideal for general-purpose voltage regulation.

Zener diodes, such as the CDLL5918D, are two-terminal, voltage-sensing devices. These devices are built from two pieces of semiconductor material and come in PN or NPN generics. When a zener diode is reverse-biased, the voltage falls to a specific value, which is the voltage breakdown voltage of the diode. At this point, the diode begins to conduct current.

The CDLL5918D\'s breakdown voltage is 5.9V and its nominal junction temperature is 150°C. The device exhibits low forward voltage drop, providing increased system efficiency. Furthermore, it is capable of handling up to one ampere continuous forward current. The device features a hermetically sealed DO-35 package, making it suitable for use in high-humidity environments.

The CDLL5918D can be used in a variety of applications, including: automotive, computer and communication systems, measuring equipment, and power supplies. It is commonly used for voltage regulation, rectification, and overvoltage protection. It is also often used in switching supplies, voltage multiplier circuits, and Zener reference circuits.

The working principle of the CDLL5918D is simple. Its junction behaves like a diode, where current can only flow in one direction. This allows it to regulate the voltage, preventing it from exceeding the breakdown voltage of the diode. When the voltage connected to the diode rises above its breakdown voltage, the diode\'s junction conducts, limiting the voltage.

The CDLL5918D is a single Zener diode designed for general-purpose voltage regulation. Its breakdown voltage is 5.9V and its nominal junction temperature is 150°C. It can handle up to one ampere continuous forward current and has a low forward voltage drop. It is capable of powering a variety of applications and can be found in automotive, computer, communication, and measuring equipment. The device\'s working principle is simple, limiting the voltage to the breakdown voltage of the diode, thus providing voltage regulation.