Diodes - Zener - Single

JAN1N3024D-1 application field and working principle

The JAN1N3024D-1 is a single, high efficiency Zener Diode. It features a maximum rated current of 6 mA, a maximum forward surge current rating of 30 mA, a low operating temperature range of -65°C to +150°C, and a maximum Zener voltage of 4V. It is designed to protect sensitive components and circuits from ESD (electrostatic discharge) and voltage transients.

The JAN1N3024D-1 is an ideal device for controlling, measuring, and protecting against continuous and transient high-voltage situations, such as in electronic devices that may experience extremely high voltages due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) events. In these cases, the device helps to ensure that the voltage level is kept within an acceptable and safe range.

In addition to its ESD protection function, the JAN1N3024D-1 is also highly suitable for circuits that require a Zener diode to stabilize voltages such as those in power management, communications and automotive applications. The device helps to provide a stable balance between current and voltage, thereby allowing for more reliable circuits operation.

The three layers of the JAN1N3024D-1 device enable it to dissipate heat and also enable efficient operation. Its high efficiency and low voltage breakdown means that it has a higher reverse leakage current which eliminates the need for additional power loss components that may otherwise be necessary for a particular circuit.

The working principle of the JAN1N3024D-1 is based on the physical phenomenon of “zener breakdown”. Zener breakdown occurs when the electric field between two conducting plates exceeds a certain threshold. This phenomenon occurs when a reverse voltage is applied to the diode junction, causing electrons to be accelerated along the junction, resulting in high current flow. This high current flow produces high heat which quickly dissipates throughout the device. The device reaches a point of saturation and will only conduct a certain amount of voltage, thus protecting its components from voltage overshoots and transients.

In conclusion, the JAN1N3024D-1 is an ideal device for controlling, measuring, and protecting against continuous and transient high-voltage situations such as ESD. It is an efficient and reliable Zener diode that can be used for stabilizing voltages in a variety of power, communications and automotive applications.