TZS4696-GS08

The TZS4696-GS08 is classified as a single Zener diode. Zener diodes are semiconductor devices that are primarily used as voltage regulators and are aptly named after physicist Clarence Zener who first documented their effect in 1934. Despite the passing of decades and advances in semiconductor technology, their basic function still remains the same.

The TZS4696-GS08 has a breakdown voltage of 4.7V and a power dissipation rating of 500mW. It is usually used in audio, video and other general power circuits. It can be used to provide a stable voltage output over a limited range (0.5 to 15V). When an increase or decrease in the input voltage occurs, the diode regulates the output voltage back to the normal operating range.

A typical application where the diode can be found is in power supplies. The output voltage of all power supplies is regulated by adjusting the feedback voltage. The TZS4696-GS08 will maintain a constant output voltage by regulating the feedback voltage to the desired level. This ensures that the power supply delivers a stable voltage to the load it is powering.

The working principle of the TZS4696-GS08 is based on the Zener effect. When a forward-biased diode is subjected to a reverse bias, a large number of free electronswithin the depletion junction migrate towards the anode forming what is known as a space charge. This reduces the electric field across the junction, thus decreasing the potential barrier. When the reverse voltage exceeds a certain level, known as the Zener breakdown voltage, current flows freely across the junction.

The TZS4696-GS08 can also be used as a voltage reference. The voltage across the diode remains constant regardless of how large the current may be as long as it is within its power dissipation rating. This makes it ideal for use as a reference voltage in precision electronics applications.

In summary, the TZS4696-GS08 is a single Zener diode that can be used in a wide range of applications. It is ideal for use as a voltage regulator and can also be used as a voltage reference. Its primary benefit is its ability to maintain a constant voltage even when the input voltage fluctuates.