CZRER52C12 Discrete Semiconductor Products

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The CZRER52C12 is a type of single zinc-oxide-based diode, otherwise known as a Zener diode. This diode is normally used for voltage regulation or for stabilizing the voltage in circuits. It is also used in the design of automatic level control circuits like the automatic gain control (AGC) which is used to stabilize the input conditions for a radio receiver.

The CZRER52C12 is designed to operate at a reverse voltage of 12 volts and a forward current of 2.2mA, with both lead/semiconductor sides and terminals wired as diode. The diode features a fast and efficient switching action, which allows it to be used in applications that require frequent control changes or a large number of switching operations. This reverse voltage capability makes it a great tool in the design of AC power supplies, motor control circuits, voltage regulation, and the powering of logic circuits – allowing the designers to accurately control the operating voltage of their system, optimizing performance and reliability.

The working principle of the CZRER52C12 is quite simple. When the applied reverse voltage is less than the Zener breakdown voltage (12 volts, in the case of this particular diode), no current flows within the diode. When the reverse voltage exceeds 12 volts, the diode conducts and current starts flowing from the anode to the cathode. The difference in the potentials between the two terminals causes current to flow in a direction which is opposite to the intended direction. This current is called \'zener current\' and depends upon the Zener breakdown voltage. Increasing the reverse voltage further increases the zener current.

The CZRER52C12 has several useful applications. It is typically used to build voltage regulators, as well as to limit the current flow in an electronic circuit. It can also be used as a scratch-off timer, as a limiter circuit which triggers attention when circuits become over-current, and as a clamp circuit which minimizes the noise induced spikes. The diode can also be used to help smooth AC power supplies, as well as to build current limiters and power controllers.

The CZRER52C12 is a reliable and economical technological solution for many applications. Its low voltage drop and low resistance make it an ideal choice for regulating voltages in a wide range of devices, from mobile phones to computers. Its fast switching action and reverse voltage protection make it an ideal choice for many controlling and protection circuits in automotive and industrial applications.

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