JAN1N3022C-1

Diodes - Zener - Single

The JAN1N3022C-1 is a single Zener diode component with a breakdown voltage of 30V. Zener diodes are commonly used in a variety of ways, including in a variety of applications, from overvoltage protection to clipping circuits to voltage regulation and more.

Application Field

A popular application for this component is as a gate-clamp or surge suppressor in electric circuit designs. It can also be used as a voltage reference in the conditioning of high-impedance circuits, as a protection device when overvoltage occurs, and in voltage regulation circuits. When used as a voltage regulator, the zener diode is connected in reverse bias, meaning that the anode is connected to the negative side of the electric supply and the cathode is connected to the positive side.

The JAN1N3022C-1 can also be used in avalanche breakdown applications. This type of breakdown allows current to flow freely in the opposite direction when biased in the forward direction and with the help of an external source of electric energy. This type of zener diode offers protection against voltage spikes or surges, as well as protection of electric components from overvoltage.

Working Principle

A Zener diode works on an analogous principle to a normal silicon diode. When current passes through it in the reverse direction, a negative voltage combined with a high electric field causes the electrons to break free from their lattice and leave the electrical junction. This creates a high conduction current and increases the resistance.

This high conduction current creates a voltage from the external power supply which is added to the diode\'s internal threshold voltage. This produces the required breakdown voltage. In the case of the JAN1N3022C-1, the breakdown voltage is 30V.

The JAN1N3022C-1 has an operating temperature range of -65°C to + 175°C and a maximum power dissipation of 500mW. It also features an designed low junction to case capacitance and a maximum reverse current rating of 5 μA.

Conclusion

The JAN1N3022C-1 is a versatile Zener diode component with a 30V breakdown voltage. It offers a variety of applications from overvoltage protection to voltage regulation. It can also be used in avalanche breakdown applications for protection against voltage spikes and surges.