TZM5229C-GS18

Diodes - Zener - Single

The TZM5229C-GS18 is a single Zener type diode with an ultra-low leakage current, which makes it suitable for a wide range of industrial, telecom and consumer applications. It is most often used in series circuits as a voltage regulator and also finds use in power management circuits, reverse voltage protection and switching in battery-powered devices.

The TZM5229C-GS18 diode is constructed of two connected semiconductor layers - a P-type layer, which is the anode, and an N-type layer, which is the cathode. The diode is designed to conduct electric current when the anode is made more positive than the cathode, and reversed current is blocked. The Zener effect in the diode helps to regulate the voltage when exceed to a specific level.

The TZM5229C-GS18 is a medium power circuit component typically used when a low voltage drop is required. It offers significant advantages over other diode and transistor types, being much smaller in size, easier to install and able to handle much higher electric current. The diode is rated for a 1.8V Zener forward voltage drop and a maximum power dissipation of 200mW, and will operate effectively across a wide temperature range of -40°C to 125°C.

Due to its low leakage current, the TZM5229C-GS18 is well-suited for applications where power conservation is critical, such as in automotive, medical and telecom circuits, where tight voltage control and reliable device protection is required. As a regulator diode, the device can be used to protect circuits from surges in voltage and dangerous overvoltages, and can also be used to reduce and stabilize voltage in power supplies and voltage amplifiers.

The TZM5229C-GS18 is a dual-forward and reverse-biased Zener diode, making it suitable for applications that require that the voltage in both directions is limited or stabilized. The ultra-low leakage current helps to ensure that the device operates efficiently and without cross-talk, while the small size and sealed package make it ideal for installations in cramped electronic circuits.

The TZM5229C-GS18 is a reliable, robust and widely-used Zener-type diode that can be used to regulate voltage in myriad industrial, telecom and consumer applications. Its ultra-low leakage current, small size and wide operating temperature range make it one of the most versatile components in the current market, and is a long-term, cost-effective solution for protecting circuits from dangerous overvoltages and voltage surges.