PZU3.6B2A,115

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Diodes - Zener - Single

A Zener diode is a wide-band gap, heavily doped diode which is designed to operate in the reverse breakdown region. These diodes are usually used for voltage regulation. The PZU3.6B2A,115 is a single, 5.6V Zener diode, with a breakdown voltage of 3.6V and a rated power dissipation of 1.5W.

Application Field

The PZU3.6B2A,115 is primarily used as a voltage reference in power supplies and voltage regulator circuits. This is because of its ability to maintain a constant, stable voltage level across its terminals, even when faced with large changes in load conditions. This Zener diode is able to protect the circuit from high-voltage transients and inrush current.

In addition to its primary application in power supplies and voltage regulation, this Zener diode can also be used for overvoltage protection, clamping, surge suppression and other different forms of noise reduction, as well as in voltage detection and switching circuits.

Working Principle

In short, the working of this Zener diode depends on its reverse breakdown voltage. When a voltage higher than its reverse breakdown voltage is applied across it, the PZU3.6B2A,115 Zener diode will start conducting current. This current will flow in the same direction as the applied voltage.

The amount of current flowing through the diode is determined by its load resistance. This is known as the “Zener knee”, and this “knee” increases with increasing load resistance. As the load resistance rises, the voltage across the diode will gradually increase, until it reaches its breakdown voltage. At this point, the diode will start conducting more current, and the voltage will remain relatively constant at the breakdown voltage level.

The Zener diode is also able to protect the circuit from sudden changes in the current load, like a load\'s inrush current or a voltage spike. This is because the diode is capable of regulating the voltage even in the case of sudden changes in current load.

In power supply circuits, the PZU3.6B2A,115 is usually connected in parallel with a large electrolytic capacitor to form a voltage regulator circuit. The capacitor will provide some additional filtering to the circuit and help to smooth out large voltage transients.

Overall, the PZU3.6B2A,115 Zener diode is a versatile component which can be used for a wide range of applications, from power supply and voltage regulation, to noise reduction and overvoltage protection.

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