GDZ13B-HG3-08 vs GDZ15B-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 13V 200MW SOD323 | DIODE ZENER 15V 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 @ 10 V | 100 nA @ 11 V |
| Voltage - Zener (Nom) (Vz) | 13 V | 15 V |
| Impedance (Max) (Zzt) | 30 Ohms | 42 Ohms |
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1. What is the difference between a diode and a Zener diode?
While a normal diode is mainly used for unidirectional current flow, a Zener diode is designed to provide a stable voltage reference point when reverse biased. A normal diode conducts when forward biased and does not conduct or has only a small leakage current when reverse biased; a Zener diode can start conducting after reaching a specific reverse voltage (called the Zener voltage).
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2. 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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3. 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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4. 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.
