DZ2W03300L

Diodes - Zener - Single

The DZ2W03300L is a single Zener diode, a type of semiconductor device with a two terminals that comprises of a Zener junction, also known as a Zener breakdown. The device\'s purpose is to allow current to flow in the forward direction, while its Zener breakdown resistance permits current to flow in the reverse direction. It works as a voltage regulator, allowing a well defined voltage drop across it at a preset value.

Zener diodes are popularly used in a range of different applications, such as voltage regulation and voltage protection. They can be used in circuits to protect components from power surges or transients and to ensure that a constant voltage is maintained. In addition, Zener diodes are used as rectifiers for radio frequency signals.

The working principle of a Zener diode is based on the fact that at a specific breakdown voltage, Zener diodes exhibit a very sharp knee breakdown when operating in reverse-bias. This is because the unique construction of the diode allows constant avalanche current when a certain voltage across the diode is exceeded. At the exact breakdown threshold voltage, a large current spike occurs and the voltage across the diode drops to a very low value.

This type of Zener diode in particular has a maximum DC reverse breakdown voltage of 33 volts. This type of Zener diode is very common in applications which require a stabilized output voltage, such as for circuits where voltage regulators should be used. The DZ2W03300L Zener diode from Arrow\'s product catalogue features a power dissipation of 500mW, "fast reverse recovery time" (10ns), and is able to operate up to 150°C. Reverse pulse capability is 6.0A.

For a longer life-time, this particular diode is guaranteed to achieve 5000 thermal cycles at 25°C rising to 150°C and falling back to 25°C. This product is available in the following packages: SOT-23 and DO-214AA.

In conclusion, the DZ2W03300L, a single Zener diode, is a type of semiconductor device that has two terminals, with a Zener junction which, depending on the applied voltage, enables a constant voltage drop at a preset value, thus it is mainly employed for voltage regulation and protection of electronic components.