SML4737A-E3/61

The SML4737A-E3/61 is a single diode used mainly as a voltage-regulating device. It is designed specifically to provide a stabilized direct current supply and to act as a shunt regulator. It allows a very precise control of the voltage across its terminals, ensuring a good output voltage stability under normal operating conditions.

The maximum power dissipation of the SML4737A-E3/61 is 200 mW. Its breakdown voltage is 7.0 V with a tolerance of 7%. The characteristic impedance of its junction between the terminals is 244 ohms. Additionally, it is rated for continuous operation at a junction temperature of 125 degrees Celsius.

In terms of applications, the SML4737A-E3/61 is generally used in shunt voltage regulators, DC-to-DC converters, power supplies, and switch mode power supplies. It can be used in automotive and industrial applications. It is suitable for thin film packages and low thermal resistance single package assemblies.

The working principle of the SML4737A-E3/61 is rather simple. It is essentially a combination of a Zener diode and a resistor. When a voltage is applied to the diode, an electric current flows through the diode, which then controls the voltage across the diode terminals. The resistor works in tandem with the diode to ensure that the voltage across the terminals is kept stable and within a certain range.

In summary, the SML4737A-E3/61 is a single diode that is designed to act as a voltage regulator and provide a precise voltage control in applications. It is rated for a maximum power dissipation of 200 mW and has a breakdown voltage of 7.0 V. It is mainly used in shunt voltage regulators, DC-to-DC converters, power supplies, and switch mode power supplies in automotive and industrial applications. It also works on the principle of a Zener diode and a resistor to control the voltage across its terminals.