PLZ5V1C-HG3/H

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PLZ5V1C-HG3/H is a single Zener diode, which allows a current to travel in only one direction across the device. It functions as a barrier to protect circuits from short circuits, over-voltage, ripple, power transients, and other types of electrical noise. This type of diode operates in the same way as a normal diode, but with an additional feature of allowing current to travel in one direction even when the voltage across it is above the breakdown voltage of the diode. This diode is a popular choice for applications where power stability or protection from transients is desired, such as in the automotive, telecom and industrial control industries.

The PLZ5V1C-HG3/H diode has a maximum continuous reverse breakdown voltage of 5 volts, and a peak forward surge current of 6.76 amps. It has a thermal resistance of 2.6 K/W, and a power dissipation of 625mW at an ambient temperature of 25 °C. The package of this diode is an encapsulated DO-34, making it small and easy to use in a variety of electrical designs. The operating temperature range is -65 ⁰C to +175 ⁰C, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in industrial and automotive environments.

The diode\'s working principle is pretty straightforward. When a forward voltage is applied to it, it allows current to pass through it, but when a reverse voltage is applied, then the diode acts as a barrier and no current is allowed to pass through. When the voltage across the diode reaches its breakdown voltage, the diode does not immediately break down and become an open circuit. Instead, a small current will start to pass through the device, allowing it to start regulating the voltage across it. This small current is known as the Zener current, and is dependent on the voltage that is applied to the device.

The PLZ5V1C-HG3/H diode is often used in power supply and voltage regulation circuits to protect the circuit from voltage transients, and ripple from the power supply. It is also used in the automotive industry for protecting circuits against reverse polarity, over-voltage and power transients. It is often used in audio and video equipment for regulating the voltage, and for protecting against power surges. In telecommunications, it is used for preventing voltage spikes, and for protecting against over-voltage. It is used for protection of automotive ECUs and data buses from power fluctuations, and for providing protection against power over-load in industrial control systems.

In conclusion, the PLZ5V1C-HG3/H diode is a popular choice for many applications, thanks to its robust and reliable construction, and its ability to protect circuits from voltage transients, over-voltage, power surges and other types of electrical noise. It operates like a normal diode, but with the added capability of allowing current to pass through it even when the voltage across it is above the breakdown voltage of the device.

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