GDZ12B-HG3-08 vs GDZ20B-HG3-08
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| Category | Diodes - Zener - Single | Diodes - Zener - Single |
| Manufacturer | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division | Vishay Semiconductor - Diodes Division |
| Description | DIODE ZENER 12V 200MW SOD323 | DIODE ZENER 20V 200MW SOD323 |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | Automotive, AEC-Q101, GDZ-G | Automotive, AEC-Q101, GDZ-G |
| Operating Temperature | -65°C ~ 150°C | -65°C ~ 150°C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | SC-76, SOD-323 | SC-76, SOD-323 |
| Supplier Device Package | SOD-323 | SOD-323 |
| Tolerance | ±2% | ±2% |
| Power - Max | 200 mW | 200 mW |
| Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If | - | - |
| Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr | 100 nA @ 9 V | 100 nA @ 15 V |
| Voltage - Zener (Nom) (Vz) | 12 V | 20 V |
| Impedance (Max) (Zzt) | 30 Ohms | 85 Ohms |
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1. What are Zener diodes used for?
They are mainly used for voltage regulation, protecting circuits from overvoltage damage, and as a voltage reference source.
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2. Are Zener diodes unidirectional?
In normal operation mode, Zener diodes do exhibit unidirectional conductivity, but they start conducting when reverse biased to their Zener voltage.
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3. Can 2 Zener diodes be connected in series?
Yes, two or more Zener diodes can be used in series to obtain higher stable voltage values. But pay attention to the power rating and heat dissipation of each diode.
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4. What are the special uses of Zener diodes?
Special uses include precision voltage references, overvoltage protection circuits, etc.

