Name : Zener Diode

Zener diodes are a special type of semiconductor diode– devices that allow current to flow in one
direction only –that also allow current to flow in the opposite direction, but only when exposed to
enough voltage
aplikasi
Zener diodes are widely used in TV sets, power supply regulators, circuit safeguards, and stabilizers
shapes
the zener diode is generally shaped like a red translucent glass tube.
diode zener umumnya berbentuk komponen berupa tabung gelas tembus pandang berwarna merah.
properties
Dioda zener mempunyai sifat-sifat diantaranya :
1. Bentuknya kecil
2. Sering digunakan sebagai catu daya , stabilisator tegangan dan lain sebagainya
3. Tahan pada tegangan max 0,7 sampai 11 volt
4. Hanya tahan pada arus kecil max sekitar 1 miliampere sampai 50 mili ampere
5. Tegangan yg hilang pada suatu penghantar hampir tidak ada
Dioda Zener / DZ (dibuat dari bahan silikon )
Zener diodes have properties such as:
1. The shape is small
2. Often used as a power supply, voltage stabilizers and so forth
3. Hold at max voltage 0.7 to 11 volts
4. Only hold on small currents max about 1 miliampere to 50 milli amperes
5. The voltage lost in a conductor is almost non-existent
6. made of silicone
function
Used in constant voltage circuits
Protects ICs from damage due to surge currents and ESD
Generates a constant voltage when voltage is supplied in the reverse direction
parts
dimensions
types
how to ….
How to Measure Zener Diode with Multimeter
1. First prepare the zener diode component and digital or analog multimeter
2. After that turn the multimeter switch
3. Next connect the multimeter red probe to the positive leg of the zener diode, and the black probe to
its negative leg
4. Observe the display on the multimeter
If the diplay shows a 3 to 5 kilo ohm scale, the zener diode is still in good condition
5. After that try turning the black probe back into the positive leg of the zener, and the red probe to the
negative leg of the zener
6. If the diplay of the multimeter does not move, or moves above 200 kilo ohms, it means a normal
zener diode
symbol

The schematic symbol for a Zener diode is shown above– it is very similar to that of a regular
diode, but with bent edges on the bar. The Zener still conducts electricity in the forward direction like
any other diode, but also conducts in the reverse direction, if the voltage applied is reversed and larger
than the Zener breakdown voltage.

Pertanyaan
1. What do I have to know to buy the correct Zener diode?
You need to know its part number (for example, 1N4728A), which you can cross-
reference with various manufacturers.
If you don't know the part number. You can compare that with specs of available
 Zener diodes from various manufacturers. For example, you might care about
forward voltage, reverse breakdown voltage, leakage current, and form factor,
among other characteristics.
2. How do you identify a diode whereas it is zener diode or not?
A zener diode can be easily distinguished from regular diodes by its code are
clearly printed on it.
3. When does a zener diode act as a normal diode?
Zener diode act as a normal diode in the forward bias only!!

During Reverse bias it acts as a voltage regulator.

4. Is Zener diode an active or passive element?

it is a passive element as it cant supply power to the circuit.

5. How is a zener diode tested?

Use the diode test function on a multimeter. Treat it the same as a regular
diode. If the circuit is live, you can measure the voltage across it. For example,
if it’s a 5.1 Volt Zener, you would measure roughly 5.1 Volts from Cathode to
Anode.

6. How do I identify the terminals of a Zener diode?

In any of the diode the terminals can be identified by Black or Silver strip.
Minor portion from the strip denotes (-) Negative terminal whereas the other
denotes the(+) Positive.

7. what is the price of zener diode in general ?

berapa harga diode pada umumnya ?