SMBJ5338AE3/TR13

Diodes are elements that allow electric currents to pass in one direction while blocking them in the opposite direction. Zener diodes are a type of diode that allows current to pass in both directions, but with a difference. Zener diodes are designed to keep voltage within a predetermined range, no matter the direction of the electric current. This property makes them useful in a wide range of applications.

The SMBJ5338AE3/TR13 is a single discrete Zener diode from Diodes Incorporation, designed for use as an active element in a wide range of power electronics applications. The diode features a breakdown voltage of 5.3V and limits maximum forward voltage to just 0.25V at one ampere of forward current. It features ultra-low thermal and reverse leakage current, for superior performance in any application. It is rated for a maximum power dissipation of 500mW and a maximum operating temperature of 150°C.

The SMBJ5338AE3/TR13 has applications in a wide range of fields, where it can be used to maintain consistent voltage levels in power supplies, regulate voltage in DC-DC converters, and act as protection elements in a variety of electronic circuits. It is suitable for consumer electronics, specialized test and measurement equipment, automotive systems, medical devices, and any other application that requires ultra-reliable and accurate regulation of voltage.

The SMBJ5338AE3/TR13 works on the principle of reverse-biased breakdown voltage. This voltage represents the threshold at which the diode begins to conduct current in reverse direction, allowing it to maintain consistent voltage levels in the circuit. When the voltage in the circuit exceeds the threshold, the SMBJ5338AE3/TR13 allows a certain amount of current to pass in the reverse direction, thus regulating the voltage and keeping it within a predetermined range, no matter the direction of the electric current.

Thanks to its unique properties and characteristics, the SMBJ5338AE3/TR13 is an ideal choice for a wide variety of power electronics applications. Its high breakdown voltage, low forward voltage and low reverse leakage current make it suitable for consumer electronics, specialized test and measurement equipment, automotive systems, and medical devices, among other applications. Thanks to its high power dissipation and maximum operating temperature ratings, the diode can reliably and accurately regulate voltage in even the harshest applications.