DZ23C39-TP

DZ23C39-TP Application Field and Working Principle

DZ23C39-TP is an array of Zener diode commonly used in electric circuits. It is manufactured by NXP, a leader in semiconductor and related products and services.

A Zener diode is a type of diode which is designed to conduct current in only one direction and allow reverse current when the voltage is above a certain breakdown voltage, called the Zener voltage. A Zener diode is a two-terminal electronic component, with a high breakdown voltage, allowing it to be used as a voltage regulator in applications requiring consistent voltage levels.

A Zener diode array, such as DZ23C39-TP, consists of multiple Zener diodes arranged in a single package. These diodes are typically connected in series and their breakdown voltage levels combine to form the desired output voltage level. One of the key benefits of Zener diode arrays is that they allow for highly efficient integration and space savings in electronics.

DZ23C39-TP consists of eight Zener diodes connected in series in a single package. It has a nominal Zener voltage of 23V and can handle up to 33V maximum reverse voltage. It can operate over a wide temperature range from -55 to +125 degrees Celsius. The device has a thermal resistance of 510mW/°C, a maximum leakage current of 1 volt, and a minimum breakdown voltage of 18.7V. The array has a maximum power dissipation of 250mW.

In its most basic form, the device is used in applications such as over-voltage protection, voltage regulation, and reverse polarity protection. It is also commonly used in power supplies, motor control circuits, audio circuits, and communications equipment. It is also used to protect electronic components from overcurrent, electrical stress, and reverse polarity.

The working principle of DZ23C39-TP involves a series of Zener diodes. When the voltage is below the Zener breakdown voltage, the Zener diode does not conduct; however, when the voltage rises above the Zener breakdown voltage, the diode becomes forward biased, allowing current to flow. The voltage across the device is then limited to the Zener breakdown voltage and the other components are protected from any voltage surge.

In summary, DZ23C39-TP is an array of Zener diodes designed to provide consistent, regulated voltage levels and superior protection against over-voltage, electric stress, and reverse polarity. It can be used in a wide variety of electric circuit applications, such as power supplies, motor control circuits, audio circuits, and communications equipment.