GDZ5V1B-G3-18

Diodes are basic electronic components that are used in a variety of devices including transistors, integrated circuits and other electronic components. The GDZ5V1B-G3-18 is a single zener diode, which is mainly used for voltage regulation and surge suppression.

Application Field of GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener Diode

The GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener diode is mainly used for voltage regulation and surge suppression, and its most common application is as a voltage regulator for low voltage power supplies. It is also used for voltage regulation in many CCTV systems and in environments that require stable and reliable power supply. In addition, its resistance to surge current can protect sensitive electronic components such as MOSFETs, optocouplers, and analog-to-digital converters.

Working Principle of the GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener Diode

The GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener diode is a semiconductor diode composed of a P-type and an N-type silicon material. It is made with a heavily doped N-type semiconductor layer sandwiched between two lightly doped P-type layers. This device has two main operating modes: forward bias mode and reverse bias mode. In forward bias mode, when a positive voltage is applied to the anode of the diode, the diode allows current to flow in the forward direction. In reverse bias mode, when a negative voltage is applied to the anode of the diode, the diode restricts current in the reverse direction.

In forward bias mode, the GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener diode will allow the current to flow until the voltage reaches a certain point, the so-called “breakdown voltage.” At this point, the diode will become forward biased in the same manner as a normal diode, but will then allow the current to flow in the reverse direction through the diode in a manner similar to that of an ordinary diode.

The GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener diode has a wide operating range from 2 V up to 18 V and a maximum power dissipation of 1.5 W. It is manufactured using low-cost manufacturing techniques and is capable of operating over a wide temperature range from -55°C to 150°C. It has a low leakage current, is capable of withstanding surges up to 10 A, and is RoHS compliant.

In summary, the GDZ5V1B-G3-18 Zener diode is an effective and versatile device that can be used for a wide range of applications, including voltage regulation and surge suppression. Its low cost, wide temperature range, and low leakage current, makes it ideal for use in all kinds of electronic devices.