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SB560 Schottky Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hi Friends! Hope you’re well today. I welcome you on board. Thank you for clicking this read. In this post today, I’ll detail the Introduction to SB560. The SB560 is a Schottky diode, also known as a hot-carrier diode, mainly incorporated in extremely fast switching applications. It comes with low forward drop voltage and is used in the high-frequency operation. A highly reliable and efficient device, SB560 is a high forward surge capability component available in the DO-201AD package. This device carries a maximum RMS voltage of 42V while the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage is 60V. I suggest you go through this entire post till the end, as I’ll detail the Introduction to SB560 covering datasheet, pinout, features, and applications. Let’s jump right in.

Introduction to SB560

• The SB560 is a Schottky diode used in extremely fast switching applications. It is also known as a hot-carrier diode.
• When semiconductor material combines with the metal, they generate Schottky diode. This diode is a two-terminal device where these terminals are used for the external connection with the circuit.

• One terminal is known as anode made of metal material while the other terminal is called cathode made of semiconductor material.

• The anode side is positive while the cathode side is negative. And current only flows in one direction. This diode blocks the current in the opposite direction. The current flows from the anode pin to the cathode pin.
• This Schottky diode is also known as a hot-carrier diode. In an unbiased condition, this device possesses low electronic energy that results in the construction of a barrier that restricts the movement of electrons. Due to the formation of this barrier, Schottky diodes are also called hot-carrier diodes.
• Schottky diode and common diode operate in a similar fashion considering the flow of current. Both favor current flow in one direction and restrict the current flow in another direction. These devices are different considering the voltage required to power up these diodes.
• Though both devices require 2V DC source voltage, the Schottky diode needs only 0.3V, leaving behind 1.7V to supply power to the diode. While common diode needs only 0.7V, leaving behind 0.3V to supply power to the diode.

SB560 Datasheet

While working with the electrical devices, it’s better to go through the datasheet of the component that details the main characteristics of the component. You can easily download the datasheet of this component SB560 by clicking the link below.

SB560 Pinout

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of SB560. The SB560 is made of two terminals called anode and cathode. The anode side is positive while the cathode side is negative. Current flows from the anode terminal to the cathode terminal.

SB560 Features

• Applied for over-voltage protection
• High current capability device
• High surge current capability device
• Polarity = Cathode band

• average forward rectified current = 5A
• Package = DO-201AD
• Maximum RMS voltage = 42V
• Mounting position = Any
• Repetitive peak reverse voltage = 60V
• Comes with low forward voltage drop
• Low power loss and highly efficient device
• Low cost and high-reliability device

SB560 Schottky Diode Construction

• Schottky diode is formed when the semiconductor material is joined with metals like tungsten, platinum, chromium, and molybdenum.
• When these two materials are joined they constitute a barrier that blocks the movement of electrons.
• Recall, the formation of a barrier is due to the low electronic energy in the unbiased condition.
• Commonly, the n-type semiconductor material is used to form the Schottky diode.
• P-type semiconductor materials are also used for making the Schottky diode but they are not preferred over n-type semiconductor materials because the former comes with low forward drop voltage.
• The anode side of the diode is composed of metal while the cathode side is made of semiconductor material. And current flows from the positive anode side to the negative cathode side.

SB560 Applications

• Used in low voltage inverters and DC/DC converters.
• Used to control the electronic charge.
• Used in freewheeling and logic circuits.
• Used for signal detection.

• Used in polarity protection and high-frequency applications.
• Used in sample-and-hold circuits.
• Used in solar systems and radio frequency applications.
• Used for extremely fast switching applications.

That was all about the Introduction to SB560. I hope you find this article useful. If you’re unsure or have any question, you can ask me in the comment section below, I’d love to help you the best way I can. You’re most welcome to share your valuable suggestions around the content we share so we keep producing quality content. Thank you for reading the article.

FR107 Fast Recovery Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hello Everyone! Hope you’re well today. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll walk you through the Introduction to FR107.

Fr107 is a fast recovery diode mainly used for converting alternating current to direct current. It can support loads under 1A and carries a peak inverse voltage of 1,000 V.

Read this post all the way through as I’ll detail the complete Introduction to FR107 covering datasheet, pinout, features, characteristics, and applications. Let’s get started.

Introduction to FR107

• Fr107 is a fast recovery diode mainly used in fast-switching applications. It comes with two terminals called an anode and a cathode. The grey-colored band identifies the cathode side while the other side is the anode.

• A highly efficient and reliable device, FR107 comes with a low forward drop voltage.
• It’s a high-current capability device that weighs 0.33 grams.

The diode conducts in forward biased condition and blocks the current in reverse biased condition. When the diode steps into the reverse biased condition from the forward biased condition, it supports the flow of current for a few nanoseconds. The diode reverse recovery time is defined as the time taken by the diode to regain its blocking capability in the reverse biased condition where it doesn’t support the flow of current. The reverse recovery time of this diode is 500ns.

FR107 Datasheet

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FR107 Pinout

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of FR107.

• This tiny component is composed of two terminals named anode and cathode terminal. The anode pin is positive and the cathode pin is negative. The current enters the diode from the anode pin and it leaves the diode from the cathode pin. Moreover, current flows from the anode pin to the cathode pin.
• The cathode pin can be identified with the grey-colored band on it. And the other side is called the anode.
• The following figure shows the electrical symbol of the FR107.

• The triangle side with the line is called the cathode while the other side is the anode.

FR107 Features  

• Package = DO-41
• Low forward voltage drop
• Used for fast-switching applications
• Highly efficient

• Comes with high Reliability and low Leakage
• High current capability device
• Weight = 0.33 grams

FR107 Characteristics

• Polarity = Cathode band
• Recurrent Peak Reverse Voltage Max. = 1000 V
• Reverse recovery time = 500 ns
• Typical Junction Capacitance = 15 pF
• Average Forward Output Current Max. = 1 A
• Forward Voltage Drop per element at 1.0A DC Max = 1.3 V
• Operating and Storage Temperature Range = -65 to 150 °C

FR107 Applications

• Used in fast-switching applications.
• Supports loads under 1A.
• Mixing signals.
• Isolating signals from a supply.
• Controlling the size of a signal.

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FR106 Fast Recovery Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hello Everyone! I welcome you on board. Hope you’re well today. In this post today, I’ll detail the Introduction to FR106.

The Fr106 is a fast recovery diode mainly employed in fast-switching applications. It supports loads under 1A and carries a peak inverse voltage of 800 V.

I suggest you read this post all the way through as I’ll walk you through the complete Introduction to FR106 covering datasheet, pinout, features, characteristics, and applications. Let’s jump right in.

Introduction to FR106

• Fr106 is commonly known as a fast recovery diode mainly employed in fast-switching applications. This is a two-terminal device named anode and cathode.
• The gray-colored band at one side of the diode indicates the cathode side while the other side is the anode terminal.

• FR106 is a highly efficient and reliable device. Plus, it carries a low forward drop voltage. It’s a high-current capability device that weighs 0.35 grams.
• The diode conducts in one direction only i.e. from anode to cathode in forward biased condition and it doesn’t support the flow of current in the opposite direction in reverse biased condition.

• When diode conducting in forward biased condition switches to reverse condition… it, for a split second, favors the flow of current due to its forward-biased condition. This is called the diode reverse recovery time which is termed as the time required for the diode to regain its blocking ability in the reverse biased condition.
• The reverse recovery time, in this case, is 250 ns.

FR106 Datasheet

Before you employ this component in your project, it’s wise to scan through the datasheet of the component that highlights the main characteristics of the component.

You can download the datasheet of FR106 by clicking the link below.

FR106 Pinout

The following figure represents the pinout diagram of FR106.

• FR106 comes with two pins called anode and cathode. These pins are also named as terminals that are used for external connection with the electrical circuit.
• The anode pin is positive and is the area from where current enters the diode while the cathode pin is negative and is the place from where current leaves the diode.
• The current moves in one direction only in the diode i.e. from the anode terminal to the cathode terminal.
• The following figure shows the electrical symbol of FR106.

The line on the triangle represents the cathode terminal while the anode side is the anode terminal.

FR106 Features 

• Package = DO-41
• Used for fast switching applications
• Carries low forward voltage drop and highly efficient

• Comes with high Reliability and low Leakage
• High current capability device
• Weight = 0.35 grams

FR106 Characteristics

• Polarity = Cathode band
• Reverse recovery time = 250 ns
• Forward Voltage Drop per element at 1.0A DC Max = 1.3 V
• Recurrent Peak Reverse Voltage Max. = 800 V
• Average Forward Output Current Max. = 1 A
• Typical Junction Capacitance = 15 pF
• Storage and Operating Temperature Range = -65 to 150 °C

FR106 Applications

• Supports loads under 1A.
• Mixing signals.
• Used in fast switching applications.
• Controlling the size of a signal.
• Isolating signals from a supply.

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TL084 Op-Amp Datasheet, Pinout, Feature & Applications

Hi Guys! Hope you’re well today. I welcome you on board. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll detail the Introduction to TL084. TL084 is a JFET input Op-Amp that carries low offset current and high input impedance. Available with better offset characteristics and high noise immunity, TL084 comes with a suitable offset voltage that makes it an ideal pick for amplifier applications. I suggest you read this post all the way through as I’ll walk you through the complete Introduction to TL084 covering datasheet, pinout, features, and applications. Without further ado, let’s get started.

Introduction to TL084

• The TL084 is available in Quad Package which means it comes with four separate op-amps that can operate independently.
• This op-amp carries low noise and harmonic distortion that makes it an ideal pick for the audio pre-amplifiers.

• The bipolar transistors and high-voltage JFET are incorporated that are responsible for the device's low bias current and high input impedance.

• Previously, I’ve uploaded Introduction to LM324 op-amp that is almost similar to TL084 as both are available in quad package and carry four op-amps inside.
• Both operate in a similar manner, however, the area where they differ is the voltage required for the working of these op-amps. The TL084 requires 7 V for its operation while LM324 requires a common 5V supply to put it in running condition.
• While using TL084, make sure you terminate the unused op-amp in this Quad package. Since, if not terminated, they might develop some stay capacitance that can get some noise, hence affecting the overall performance of this device.
• Moreover, unused op-amp utilizes more power, thus decreasing the device efficiency.

TL084 Internal Design

• Op-amps are famous for their high input impedance which means it doesn’t distort the initial signal applied to the input pin.

• The op-amp input stage is considered as the most complex stage of the amplifier, because if handled inappropriately, it may result in the damage of the entire circuitry.
• While working with the supply voltage signals make sure, the voltage applied to the input pin should never exceed the rail voltage else it will generate a short circuit by producing the latch-up condition.
• Moreover, the differential input voltage rating must be higher than the voltage difference between the inverting and non-inverting pins.

• It is important to note that TL084 is not a rail to rail op-amp which means output voltage will not be reaching the maximum negative or maximum positive value when the device is saturated.
• You will always get the 2V less than the supply voltage due to the voltage drop occurred by the transistors inside the op-amp.
• Op-amps carry a very large open-loop gain but this gain is commonly occupied with the noise, the reason most circuits are designed using closed-loop gain.
• The closed-loop gain works in such a way it keeps feeding the input signal with the feedback signal which results in the restriction of gain value and the noise accompanied by it.
• Know that… negative feedback is preferred over positive feedback due to its stable and predictable behavior.

TL084 Datasheet

While incorporating this device into your electrical project, it’s wise to have a look at the datasheet of the component that details the main characteristics of the component. You can download the datasheet of TL084 by clicking the link below.

TL084 Pinout

The following are the 14 pins embedded in this op-amp.

Absolute Maximum Ratings BC639
Pin No.	Rating	Pin name
4	Power supply	Vcc(+)
13	Ground	GND
3,5,10,12	The input non-inverting pins of this Quad Op-amp	Input non-inverting Pins
2,6,9,13	The input inverting pins of this Quad Op-amp	Input inverting pins
1,7,8,14	The output pins of the this Quad Op-amp	Op-amp output pins

• The following figure shows the pinout diagram of TL084.

• Pin 4 is the positive supply rail of the op-amp while pin 13 is the negative supply rail of the op-amp.

TL084 Features

The following are the main features of TL084.

• Operating Voltage Min. = 7V
• Input Bias Current = 20pA
• JFET Input Op-Amp Quad Package
• Input Offset Voltage = 3mV

• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) = 86dB
• Typical operating voltage range = +18V to -18V
• Available in SO-14, 14-pin PDIP, TSSOP packages
• Gain = 200 V/mV
• Used for output short circuit protection
• Carries bandwidth = 4MHz

TL084 Applications

• Employed in amplifier circuits.
• Employed in audio pre-amplification.
• Used in audio/noise filter circuits.
• Used in buffer application.
• Incorporated in multi-stage voltage generators.
• Used in a circuit requiring high input impedance.

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TL081 Op-Amp Datasheet, Pinout, Feature & Applications

Hi Guys! Hope you’re well today. I welcome you on board. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll detail the Introduction to TL081.

TL081 is a high-speed general-purpose JFET input single operational amplifier that comes with high noise immunity and better offset characteristics. It carries high input impedance and low offset current. The offset voltage of this device makes it an ideal match for amplifier applications. It incorporates well-matched bipolar transistors and high-voltage JFET in a compact IC.

Read this post till the end as I’ll detail the complete Introduction to TL081 covering datasheet, pinout, features, and applications. Let’s jump right in.

Introduction to TL081

• TL081 is a high-speed JFET input single operational amplifier that comes with high slew rates, and low offset and input bias currents.

• It features a low offset voltage temperature coefficient with a supply voltage of around +-18V and an input voltage of around +-15V.

• Plus, it incorporates internally trimmed offset voltage and needs low supply current
• It has the ability to maintain a fast slew rate and a large gain bandwidth.

TL081 Datasheet

Before you incorporate this device into your electrical project, it is wise to have a look at the datasheet of the device that features the main characteristics of the component. Click the link below and download the datasheet of TL081.

TL081 Pinout

There are a total of 8 pins incorporated in this op-amp as described below.

Absolute Maximum Ratings TL081
Pin No.	Description	Pin Name
1,5	Used to set the offset voltage
2	Inverting Input	IN -
3	Non-inverting Input	IN +
4	Ground	GND
6	Output	Output
7	Voltage Supply	Vcc
8	Not connected	NC

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of TL081.

Out of 8 pins on the integrated circuit, 7 are associated with particular functions while one pin (pin no. 8) is not connected.

TL081 Features

The following are the main features of TL081.

• Wide differential and common-mode voltage range
• Low input bias and offset current
• Input Bias Current = 200pA
• GBP - Gain Bandwidth Product = 3 MHz
• Latch-up free operation
• High slew rate = 16 V/us
• Supply Voltage: 7V to 36 V
• Power Dissipation = 670mW
• Available with internal frequency compensation
• CMRR - Common Mode Rejection Ratio = 70 dB to 86 dB
• Output short-circuit protection
• High input impedance
• Operating Supply Current = 1.4 mA
• Comes in 8-pin PDIP, SOIC Packages

TL081 Absolute Maximum Ratings

The following table shows the absolute maximum ratings of TL081.

Absolute Maximum Ratings TL081
No.	Rating	Symbol	Value	Unit
1	Supply Voltage	Vcc	+-18	V
2	Input Voltage	Vin	+-15	V
3	Differential Input Voltage	Vid	+-30	V
4	Power Dissipation	Ptot	680	mW
5	Output short-circuit duration		Infinite
6	Available Package		PDIP, SOIC Packages
7	Storage Temperature Range	Tstg	-65 to 150	C

• The values of all voltages, excluding differential voltage, are measured with respect to the ground of the supply voltages where the midpoint between VCC+ and VCC- is a zero reference level.
• It is important to note that the input voltage magnitude should never cross the supply voltage magnitude. The supply voltage here, in this case, is +-18V while the magnitude of the input voltage is +-15V.
• Power dissipation is 680mW and the storage temperature range is -65 to 150C.
• Differential voltages are considered as the non-inverting input terminal with respect to the inverting input terminal.
• Moreover, the output is shorted to ground or to either supply. Temperature and/or supply voltages must be in control so the dissipation rating is not exceeded.
• Short-circuits can cause destructive dissipation and excessive heating.

TL081 Applications

• Incorporated in audio pre-amplification.
• Used in amplifier circuits.
• Used in circuit requiring high input impedance.
• Sample and Hold Amplifiers
• Peak Detectors
• Active Filters
• Comparators
• Function Generators

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CA3140 Op-Amp Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hi Folks! I welcome you on board. Thank you for clicking this read. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll walk you through the Introduction to CA3140.

The CA3140 is a general-purpose op-amp that comes with a 4.5MHz frequency. It is a BiMOS Operational Amplifier incorporated with MOSFET Input/Bipolar Output that extends the advantages of both… high-voltage bipolar transistors and high-voltage PMOS transistors on a single integrated chip.

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Introduction to CA3140

• The CA3140 is a general-purpose op-amp that comes with MOSFET Input/Bipolar Output and extends the advantages of both… high-voltage bipolar transistors and high-voltage PMOS transistors on a single integrated chip.

• This device is used in comparators and active filters. Available with a 4.5MHz frequency, CA3140 is also employed in power supplies and tone controls.
• It is an ideal pick for function generators and standard amplifier applications.

• It is available in an 8-pin PDIP Package and comes with a voltage gain of 100dB.
• It carries a wide common-mode input voltage range and with supply voltage range from 4V to 36V.
• This device is almost similar to CA3240 where the main difference lies with the number of op-amps inside the package. The CA3240 is more compact and cost-effective and comes with two op-amps inside the package while CA3140 carries only one op-amp inside the package.
• The CA3140 incorporates two offset null pins (Pin# 1 and Pin# 5). These two pins are employed inside the package to adjust the offset error of this op-amp.
• When the voltage difference between non-inverting and inverting pins is zero then the corresponding output voltage must be zero. If it is not zero, it is termed as an offset error which can only be adjusted using these two offset pins.

CA3140 Datasheet

Before applying this tiny little beast to your electrical project, it’s better to go through the datasheet of this device that details the main characteristics of the device. You can download the datasheet of CA3140 by clicking the link below.

CA3140 Pinout

The following table shows the pin description of CA3140.

Absolute Maximum Rating of CA3140
Pin No.	Description	Pin Name
1,5	Used to adjust offset error	Offset Null
2	Inverting pin of the op-amp	Inverting Input(IN -)
3	Non-inverting pin of op-amp	Non-inverting Input(IN +)
4	Ground	GND
6	Output Pin	Output
7	Voltage Supply	Vcc
8	This pin is employed for phase compensation or to turn off the output stage.	Strobe

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of CA3140.

Two pins (pin# 1 and pin#5) are used to correct the offset error.

CA3140 Features and Characteristics

• Wide common mode input voltage range
• Available in 8-Pin PDIP Package
• Voltage Gain dB = 100 dB
• Low Input Current (Il) -10pA at ±15V
• Output Current per Channel = 40 mA
• Gain Bandwidth Product, GBP = 4.5 MHz
• Slew Rate, SR = 9 V/us
• Output swing complements input common mode range
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio – CMRR = 70 dB
• Supply Voltage = 4V to 36 V
• Operating Supply Current = 4 mA
• High Input Impedance (ZIN) = -1.5T?

CA3140 Applications

The following are some main applications of CA3140.

• Employed in the sample and hold amplifiers.
• Incorporated in photocurrent instrumentation and peak detectors.
• Used in long-duration timers/multivibrators (µseconds-Minutes-Hours).
• Employed in 5V TTL Systems and other low-supply voltage systems.
• Used in comparators and active filters.
• Used in tone controls and power supplies.
• Used in function generators and standard amplifier applications.
• Incorporated in portable instruments and intrusion alarm systems.

That was all about CA3140. Hope you find this article helpful. If you’re unsure or have any questions in your mind, you can pop your question in the section below, I’ll try to help you the best way I can. Feel free to share your valuable suggestions and feedback, and help us create content customized to your exact needs and requirements. Thank you for reading the article.

Introduction to 1n4734A Zener Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hey Guys! Hope you’re well today. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll detail the Introduction to 1n4734a.

The 1n4734a is a Zener diode used as a low-current voltage regulator. It is composed of silicon material and is employed as a shunt regulator in many applications. This Zener diode conducts the current in both directions in contrast to a normal diode that conducts in one direction only i.e. conducts in forward biased condition only.

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Introduction to 1n4734A

• The 1n4734a is a Zener diode used in clipping circuits with a high power rating.
• It comes in the DO-41 package and is used as a low-current voltage regulator in many applications.
• This Zener diode is composed of semiconductor material and is employed in voltage protection circuits.
• The current flows from the anode terminal to the cathode terminal in the normal diode in a forward-biased condition. While in the case of the Zener diode, current conducts in both conditions i.e. reverse biased condition and forward biased condition.

• We cannot force a normal diode to conduct in both directions, if we do so, it will damage the component.
• The Zener diode is considered as a building block of modern electronics and is manufactured by plenty of different voltages.

• Two parameters are important to consider while selecting the Zener diode. The power Zener voltage and power dissipation. The Zener voltage is obtained when a higher reverse voltage potential is applied to the Zener diode.
• Inside the Zener diode, the amount of current flow is evaluated by the power dissipation. More dissipation means more current flow. Power dissipation in this 1n4734a Zener diode is 1300mW.
• Zener diodes are used to produce low-power supply rails with the use of higher voltages. For electrical circuits, reference voltages are also generated by these Zener diodes.
• In circuits where there is a possibility of damage to the circuit due to high voltage, these Zener diodes are employed to keep circuits from overvoltage.
• Some Zener diodes undergo a Zener effect or Clarence Zener where it experiences highly doped and sharp p-n junction and in this case reverse conduction inside the Zener diode is performed by the electronic quantum tunneling which is known as Zener effect.

1n4734A Datasheet

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1n4734A Pinout

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of 1n4734a.

• The 1n4734a contains two terminals named anode and cathode.
• The anode terminal is positive and the current enters the diode through this anode terminal while the cathode terminal is negative and the current leaves the diode through this terminal.
• The current flows in both conditions in this case of Zener diode i.e. forward biased condition and reverse biased condition.

1n4734A Features

The following are the features of the 1n4743a Zener diode.

• Package = DO-41
• Used as shunt regulators.
• Power dissipation (PZ) = 1300mW
• Zener Voltage (VZ) = 5.6V
• Zener regulator current (Izm) = 162mA

1n4734A Applications

• Used in voltage stabilizing circuits.
• Employed for clipping circuits with high power ratings.
• Employed as voltage protection for Microcontrollers.
• Used as a low current voltage regulator.
• Employed in voltage protection circuits.

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1N4742 Zener Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hello Friends! Happy to see you around. I welcome you on board. In this post today, I’ll walk you through the Introduction to 1n4742.

The 1n4742 is a Zener diode used for clipping circuits with a high power rating. It is made up of silicon material and comes in the DO-41 package. The Zener diode conducts in both directions i.e. forward-biased condition and reverse-biased condition.

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Introduction to 1N4742

• The 1n4742 is a Zener diode that comes in the DO-41 package. It is made up of semiconductor material and is mainly used for clipping circuits with high power ratings.
• There is a difference between a diode and a Zener diode. The simple diode conducts in one direction only i.e. forward biased condition. The current flows from the anode terminal to the cathode terminal.
• Zener diode conducts in both conditions i.e. forward biased condition and reverse biased condition.
• If we force a normal diode to conduct in both directions, it will result in damage to the component.

• The Zener diode is constructed by plenty of different voltages and is considered as a building block of modern electronics.
• Some Zener diodes carry highly doped and sharp p-n junction where reverse conduction is carried out by the electronic quantum tunneling process also known as Clarence Zener or Zener effect.

• Zener diodes are employed to produce low-power supply rails using higher voltages. They are also used to generate reference voltages for the electrical circuits.
• Zener diodes are also incorporated to keep circuits from overvoltage.
• You need to consider two parameters while selecting the Zener diode. The power dissipation and Zener voltage. The Zener voltage potential is achieved when a certain higher reverse voltage is applied to the Zener diode.
• The amount of current flow inside the Zener diode is demonstrated by the power dissipation. More dissipation results in more current flow. Power dissipation is 1W in this 1n4742 Zener diode.
• The Zener resistor is also employed in the electrical circuits along with the Zener diode that mainly works to limit the current flowing through the diode and the load connected to the Zener diode.
• The Zener resistor prevents the Zener diode from high current. In the absence of this resistor, the Zener diode would be damaged due to the high current passing through the diode.

1N4742 Datasheet

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1N4742 Pinout

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of 1n4742.

• The 1n4742 comes with two terminals known as anode and cathode. The anode terminal is positive while the cathode terminal is negative.
• The current can flow in both conditions i.e. forward biased condition and reverse biased condition. The anode is the terminal from where the current enters the diode and the cathode terminal is the area from where the current exits the diode.

1N4742 Features

The following are the features of the 1n4742 Zener Diode.

• Silicon planer power Zener diode
• Forward Voltage Drop (Vf) = 1.2V
• Voltage tolerance = +-10%
• Regulator Current (Izm) Maximum = 0.076A
• Nominal Zener Voltage (Vz) = 12V
• Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) = 1W
• Reverse Leakage Current (Ir) Maximum = 5µA

1N4742 Applications

• Used for clipping circuits with high power ratings.
• Incorporated in voltage stabilizing circuits.
• Employed as a low current voltage regulator.
• Used in voltage protection circuits.
• Employed as shunt regulators.
• Used as voltage protection for Microcontrollers.

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1N4744 Zener Diode Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hello Guys! I welcome you on board. In this post today, I’ll document the detailed Introduction to 1n4744.

The 1n4744 is a Zener diode that comes with a total power dissipation of 1W. It is used in high-power rating circuits for clipping purposes. This component is composed of silicon material and comes with a forward voltage drop of 1.2V. This Zener diode is a bit different than a regular diode in terms of current conduction. The 1n4744 conducts in both directions i.e. forward-biased and reverse-biased conditions. While the regular diode conducts in forward-biased condition only. Zener diodes are also employed to prevent the electrical circuits from overvoltage.

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Introduction to 1N4744

• The 1n4744 is a Zener diode that is used in high-power rating circuits for a clipping purpose.
• This Zener diode is a bit different than a regular diode. The 1n4744 conducts the electrical current in both conditions… forward-biased condition and reverse-biased condition.
• On the other hand, the regular diode conducts in one direction… it conducts during forward-biased condition only.

• The current flows from the anode side to the cathode side in the diode.
• The 1n4744 is composed of two terminals known as anode and cathode terminals.

• It is important to note that if we force the regular diode to conduct in both directions, it will damage the diode.
• The Zener diode is manufactured with a variety of different voltages where some Zener diodes contain sharp p-n junction and in this case, electronic quantum tunneling leads to the reverse conduction process. This electronic quantum tunneling is called the Zener effect.
• Zener diodes are also incorporated to produce a reference voltage for the circuits.
• Low power supply rails are constructed using these Zener diodes.

1N4744 Datasheet

Before installing this component into your electrical project, you better need to download the datasheet that highlights the main characteristics of the component. Click the link given below to download the datasheet of 1n4744.

1N4744 Pinout

The following figure represents the pinout diagram of 1n4744.

• The 1n4744 is available with two terminals called anode and cathode. The cathode terminal is negative and the anode terminal is positive.
• The anode is the pin from where the current enters the diode and the cathode terminal is a pin from where the current leaves the diode.
• The current can flow in both conditions i.e. reverse biased condition and forward biased condition.
• The grey band on the Zener diode represents the cathode terminal and the other side represents the anode terminal.

1N4744 Features

• Package = DO-41
• Regulator Current (Izm) = 0.061A
• Nominal Zener Voltage (Vz) = 15V
• Reverse Leakage Current (Ir) = 5µA
• Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) = 1W
• Forward Voltage Drop (Vf) = 1.2V

1N4744 Applications

• Used in voltage stabilizing circuits.
• Used in voltage protection circuits.
• Used as a shunt regulator.
• Used in high power rating circuits for clipping purposes.
• Used as a low current voltage regulator.
• Used as voltage protection for Microcontrollers.

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SR5100 Schottky Rectifier Datasheet, Pinout, Features & Applications

Hi Friends! Hope you’re well today. I welcome you on board. Happy to see you around. In this post today, I’ll walk you through the Introduction to SR5100. The SR5100 is a Schottky diode used to generate extremely fast switching. It is also called a hot-carrier diode and is protected against overvoltage. It comes with a high surge current capability and low forward drop voltage. It contains a forward rectified current around 5 A and terminal resistance around 28 C/W. It is available in epitaxial construction with a peak reverse voltage of around 100 V. You are most welcome to see the Introduction to 1n4744 and Introduction to 1n4742 that I have uploaded recently. Read this post all the way through as I’ll detail the datasheet, pinout, features, and applications of this tiny component SR5100. Keep reading.

Introduction to SR5100

• The SR5100 is a Schottky diode, also known as a hot-carrier diode, used to produce extremely fast switching.
• MOSFETs can be used in place of these Schottky diodes where we need less power dissipation.

• Schottky diode and regular diode are slightly different in terms of voltage needed to power up these diodes. The Schottky diode needs only 0.3V out of 2V DC source voltage, leaving behind 1.7V to power the diode. While a regular diode needs only 0.7V, leaving behind 1.3V to power the diode.

• Schottky diode is also called a hot-carrier diode since it forms a barrier in an unbiased condition where electrons carry low energy on the semiconductor material that results in the formation of a barrier. The reason Schottky diodes are also called a hot-carrier diode.

SR5100 Datasheet

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SR5100 Pinout

The following figure shows the pinout diagram of SR5100.

• SR5100 is made of two terminals that are mainly used for the external connection with the electronic circuit.
• These terminals are known as anode and cathode. The cathode is negative from where the current leaves the diode and the anode side is positive from where the current enters the diode.
• The current moves from the anode pin to the cathode pin. The anode side is composed of metal and the cathode terminal is made of semiconductor material.

SR5100 Features

The following are the main features and absolute maximum ratings of SR5100.

• Contains low forward drop voltage
• Capable of generating high current
• Comes with high surge current capability
• Available in epitaxial construction

• Comes with high reliability
• Peak reverse voltage Max. = 100 V
• DC blocking voltage Max. = 100 V
• Average forward rectified current Max. = 5 A
• Thermal resistance = 28 C/W
• DC reverse current Max = 0.5 mA
• Storage temperature range = -65 to 175 C

You can see this tiny component comes with low forward drop voltage and is capable of generating high current. It carries high reliability with both peak reverse voltage around and DC blocking voltage around 100 V. Thermal resistance is 28 C/W and DC reverse current is 0.5mA with a storage temperature range -65 to 175 C.

SR5100 Schottky Diode Construction

• The SR5100 Schottky diode is made of metal and semiconductor material. Though both n-type and p-type semiconductor materials can be used, n-type material is preferred over p-type since the later comes with low forward drop voltage.
• When n-type material is combined with the metal like molybdenum, platinum, chromium, and tungsten, it results in the making of Schottky diodes.
• In the Schottky diode, there are two terminals used for external connection with the circuit. These terminals are known as anode and cathode. The anode side is positive and is made of metal while the cathode side is negative and is made of semiconductor material. The current flows from the anode side to the cathode side. And anode is the terminal from where the current enters the diode and the cathode is the terminal from where it leaves the diode.

• The forward drop voltage of the diode is mainly dependent on the nature of metal and semiconductor material used for the formation of a barrier. Low forward drop voltage leads to less energy released as heat that makes this diode an ideal pick for the applications sensitive to efficiency.
• These diodes are incorporated in the solar systems that keep the batteries from discharging in the absence of solar heat coming from the sun.

SR5100 Applications

• Used in freewheeling and logic circuits.
• Used in stand-alone photovoltaic systems.
• Can be used to control the electronic charge.
• Used in high-frequency and low voltage inverters.
• Employed in sample-and-hold circuits.
• Used for signal detection and radio frequency applications.
• Employed in extremely fast switching applications.
• Employed in DC/DC converters and polarity protection applications.

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