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III. Working Principle:
The working principle of a transient voltage suppression diode is based on the Zener effect and avalanche breakdown. When the voltage remains within the forward operating range, it behaves similarly to a regular diode. However, when the voltage exceeds its threshold (commonly referred to as the breakdown voltage), the transient voltage suppression diode automatically conducts, forming a low-resistance path to shunt the overvoltage to ground or other grounded points.diode
Within the normal operating range, the transient voltage suppression diode remains in a high-impedance state and only conducts when the voltage exceeds a specific threshold. Once it conducts, its resistance drops rapidly to a very low level, allowing it to quickly absorb overvoltage and shunt it to ground. When the overvoltage disappears, the transient voltage suppression diode automatically returns to its high-impedance state, awaiting the next overvoltage event.diode
IV. Specifications:
The specifications of a transient voltage suppression diode primarily include:
1. Rated Breakdown Voltage: The rated breakdown voltage of a transient voltage suppressor diode refers to the maximum forward voltage it can withstand. This value is typically provided in the datasheet.diode
2. Peak Pulse Current Rating: The maximum pulse current that a transient voltage suppression diode can withstand, typically measured in amperes (A). This value is used to evaluate the diode's performance under breakdown conditions.diode
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