DZ23C9V1-7 Discrete Semiconductor Products

Diodes - Zener - Arrays: DZ23C9V1-7 Application Field and Working Principle

DZ23C9V1-7 is an array of voltage reference diodes in a hermetically sealed ceramic package. This product is designed for low-noise operation and is capable of operating under a wide range of temperatures. The device and package combination within the package is suitable for device integration in silicon chips, such as power transistors and integrated circuits. The device also provides high stability, good regulation, and excellent thermal stability.

Application Field of DZ23C9V1-7

The DZ23C9V1-7 component is ideal for applications requiring voltage reference and voltage regulation. Such applications include linear and switching power supplies, instrumentation, precision testing, telecommunications, and military and aerospace applications. In these applications, this device provides precise and consistent voltage reference for onboard electronics. This component is also suitable for analog circuit design as reference voltage is used to keep circuits in precise operating region.

Working Principle of DZ23C9V1-7

The DZ23C9V1-7 component is an array of diode-connected voltage reference diodes. It operates based on the zener diode principle, which relies on a narrow gap between the anode and cathode of the diode. When the diode is forward-biased, the voltage across the diode is limited by the breakdown voltage, which is determined by the gap size. When the gap is made narrower due to increasing reverse bias, the breakdown voltage increases. However, narrow gaps can create hot spots on the die, potentially leading to degraded reliability. To overcome this problem, DZ23C9V1-7 uses low-temperature diffused diodes that operate even though the gap is narrowed.

To achieve reference voltage accuracy, the diodes must have a well-defined breakdown voltage and be compatible with different load conditions. The devices are available in a wide range of breakdown voltages that can be adjusted by changing the size of the gap. By having multiple diodes arranged in an array, the voltage regulation capability of the device is improved. This array also allows for more complex voltage regulation schemes.

The advantage of the DZ23C9V1-7 is that it combines high accuracy and low-noise operation in a hermetically sealed package. This makes it ideal for low-power applications, such as precision testing and instrumentation, where precision and noise are of critical importance. In addition, the package\'s hermetic seal ensures that the device is resistant to environmental contaminants and other operational hazards.

Conclusion

The DZ23C9V1-7 array voltage reference diode is an ideal device for applications requiring precise and consistent voltage reference and voltage regulation. This product offers excellent thermal stability, low-noise operation, and a hermetically sealed package for improved reliability. The device is available in a wide range of breakdown voltages and offers the advantage of high accuracy and low-noise performance. As a result, it is suitable for a variety of applications and is ideal for use in linear and switching power supplies, instrumentation, precision testing, telecommunications, and military and aerospace applications.