Diodes – Zener – Single

The GLL4741-E3/97 is a Single Zener diode best suited for applications that require a low voltage/high power diode. This diode is one of the most commonly used and versatile type of diodes found in the market. It has a wide range of uses and can be used in a variety of industries.

A Zener diode is made of an N-type and P-type semiconductor junction; it allows current to flow in only one direction. A Zener diode has a very low impedance in the reverse bias direction and allows positive voltage to be "clamped" at Vz in the forward direction.

The GLL4741-E3/97 is specifically designed with both low voltage and high power features. It features an operating voltage range of 0.2-0.85 V, a maximum Power Dissipation rating of 0.32W, and a maximum Average Rectified Forward Current rating of 0.29A. With its low voltage rating, this diode is best suited for applications that require monitor or control a low voltage level, such as power supplies.

The operating principle of the GLL4741-E3/97 is fairly simple. The diode is designed to allow current to flow in only one direction and keep the positive voltage clamped at a maximum of 0.85V. The diode is most effective when used as a protector for electromechanical devices from transient voltage spikes, or as a voltage regulator for low voltage power supplies.

In applications where the GLL4741-E3/97 is used as a protector from transient voltage spikes, the diode should be placed in parallel with the electromechanical device it is protecting. When the voltage surge exceeds the Zener voltage, the current is diverted away from the device and through the Zener diode. The Zener suppresses the voltage spike, keeping the device safe from damage.

When using the diode as a voltage regulator, the diode should be placed in series with the load. This way, the current will flow through the diode and the load, allowing the diode to keep the voltage supplied to the load constant. Thus, the output voltage of the power supply will remain safe and consistent.

The GLL4741-E3/97 is a Single Zener diode that gives the best performance when used in applications that require low voltage and high power. It is designed for use in both protection from transient voltage spikes and as a voltage regulator for low voltage power supplies. It features an operating voltage range of 0.2-0.85 V, a maximum Power Dissipation rating of 0.32W, and a maximum Average Rectified Forward Current rating of 0.29A.

With its versatility, reliability, and low voltage/high power properties, the GLL4741-E3/97 is a great solution for a variety of industries and applications.