JANTXV1N968CUR-1

Diodes - Zener - Single: JANTXV1N968CUR-1 Application and Working Principle

The JANTXV1N968CUR-1 is a zinc oxide based, surge-withstanding voltage regulator diode designed primarily for military use. It has a nominal forward voltage drop of 2.5 volts, with a minimum of 2.4 volts, and a maximum of 4.0 volts. It also has a wide operating temperature range from -55°C to 300°C. The JANTXV1N968CUR-1 is part of a large family of Zener diodes, which includes several other types with different voltage ratings and power ratings.

Zener diodes are devices that are capable of both conducting current in one direction, and also regulating voltage to a predetermined value. This is accomplished through the physical properties of the material, which creates a barrier to the flow of electrons. This is known as an equilibrium barrier and is created by the momentum of the electrons pushing against the barrier.

This specific diode is generally used in applications such as voltage regulation, input protection, transient voltage suppression, and motor control. They can also be used in any application where a steady voltage is required, such as power supplies and linear regulators.

The JANTXV1N968CUR-1 has a very fast response time, making it ideal for applications that require voltage regulation in a fraction of a second. It is also capable of handling large surges of current, making it suitable for applications such as motor control and over voltage protection.

When the diode is used, a resistor is usually connected in series with it to set the working voltage. When a voltage is applied to the diode, an electron flow is generated in the forward direction. At this point, the Zener diode begins to conduct and the voltage across it drops slightly to the breakdown voltage of the particular model, which in this case is 2.5 volts.

Once the breakdown voltage is reached, the diode begins to conduct current in both directions, and the voltage across it begins to decrease. This decrease in voltage is known as the Zener effect. This allows the diode to regulate the voltage across it to a predetermined level, provided the current across it does not exceed the power rating of the particular model.

To summarize, the JANTXV1N968CUR-1 is a surge-withstanding voltage regulator diode primarily used in military applications. It has a very fast response time, making it ideal for applications that require voltage regulation in a fraction of a second. It is also capable of handling large surges of current, making it suitable for applications such as motor control and over voltage protection. Lastly, it is capable of regulating the voltage across it to a predetermined level, provided the current across it does not exceed the power rating.