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13V 1N4743 1 Watt Zener Diode

SKU ZR1413
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A Zener diode works like a normal diode in the FORWARD direction, but when voltage is applied in the REVERSE direction it does something really useful. At a specified reverse voltage, it starts to conduct. In other words, if you apply, say 12V (for a 12V Zener) across the diode it will start to conduct current. When the Zener starts to draw current this has the effect of regulating the positive (+) voltage. Jaycar carries a range of Zener diodes from 3.3V to 75V.

Features:

VOLTS TYPE WATTS

13V

1N4743

1


Handy Tip What is a Zener Diode and How Does it Work?

A Zener diode works like a normal diode in the FORWARD direction, but when voltage is applied in the REVERSE direction it does something really useful. At a specified reverse voltage it starts to conduct. In other words, if you apply, say 12V (for a 12V Zener) across the diode it will start to conduct current. See diagram: When the Zener starts to draw current, this has the effect of regulating the positive (+) voltage. Note: As the Zener draws current, this will turn into heat. The Zener therefore has a wattage rating (as well as its Zener voltage rating) this may not be exceeded. Jaycar carries a range of Zener diodes from 3.3V to 75V.Fig 1. As positive (+) voltage climbs up to 12 volts the 12V Zener starts to conduct, drawing current

Packaged Dimensions


Packaged Width
0.2cm
Packaged Weight
0.001kg
Packaged Length
0.2cm
Packaged Height
6.5cm
Packaged Volume
2.6E-4l

Zener Diodes


Power Dissipation
1W
Derate above 50°C
6.67mW/°C
Storage Temperature Range
-65°C
Operating Junction Temperate
200°C
Thermal resistance junction to lead
53.5°C/W
Thermal resistance junction to ambient
100°C/W
Lead temperature (1/16" from case for 10 seconds)
230°C
Surge power
10W

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