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What is 1N4732A Zener Diode : Pin

Configuration & Its Working
A Zener Diode or a breakdown diode is one kind of semiconductor device & it operates in
direction. Once the voltage across its terminals is upturned then the potential achieves t
& the junction will break down to allow the flow of current in a reverse way, so this effect
Zener Effect. This article discusses an overview of 1N4732A Zener Diode and its workin

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The flow of current in the Zener diode is not only from anode terminal to cathode but als
direction on attaining the Zener voltage. So because of this functionality, these semicon
most frequently used in different applications.

What is 1N4732A Zener Diode?

This 1N4732A Zener diode is available in the Through-hole package. This kind of diode
different circuits like a crude voltage regulator & a protection circuit. However, it is very s
in mind that this diode must be connected with a Zener resistor always in any applicatio
 1N4732A Zener Diode

The operating voltage of 1N4732A 4.7V Zener Diode is 4.7V and as compared to other k
diodes, it is used as a reference element within voltage regulation. So it is used in the ap
switching & clipper circuits.

Pin Configuration
1N4732A Zener diode pin configuration is shown below. This diode includes two pins wh
its function are discussed below.

1N4732A Pin Configuration

Pin1 (Anode): The flow of current is always throughout the anode

Pin2 (Cathode): The flow of current is always throughout the cathode

Features & Specifications

The features & specifications of the 1N4732A Zener diode include the following.

Through-hole type package

Reliability is high
The required voltage to operate the diode is 4.7V
The type of case is Do-41 glass
Tolerance is ± 5%
Weight is 0.35g
Dissipation of power is 1.0 Watt
Storage temperature ranges from -65oC to 175 oC
Characteristics are extremely sharp reverse
Zener Current is 10 uA
Zener Impedance is 8 Ohms
Operating temperature range is – 65 C to + 200 C
Axial termination style
Single configuration
310 mg unit weight
Test Current is 53 mA
5.2 mm length
Bulk packaging
Reverse current is 10 uA
1N4732A series
2.72 mm Diameter

Alternative zener diodes are 5.1V Zener, 7.5V Zener, 6.8V Zener & 15V Zener

How to Choose a Zener Diode?

As compared to common rectifier diodes, a Zener diode is one kind of diode, however, is
completely different purpose. These diodes are used in different circuits like crude volta
protection.

Before selecting a Zener diode, we need to consider different parameters for your applic
dissipation & Zener Voltage. The Zener voltages mainly come into view across the diode
reverse potential voltage is given to it.

Zener voltage within regulator circuits will be adjusted whereas, in protection circuits, th
as compared to the circuit is defended. The dissipation of power will decide the quantity
flows throughout the diode. When the power dissipation is high then the flow of current

How to use 1N4732A Zener Diode

We have already discussed that Zener diode is used mostly in various circuits like protec
voltage regulator circuit but this diode must be used with a Zener resistor within the circ

Here, a Zener resistor is a normal resistor, used to restrict the current supply within the c
function of this resistor is to decide the quantity of current supply throughout the diode
which is connected to this diode. So, in this way, this diode will be protected from the hu
Zener resistor is not used with a Zener diode then the diode may get damage.
1N4732A Zener Diode Circuit Diagram
Here is the application circuit of 1N4732A Zener diode is shown below. The application c
Adapter using 1N4732A Zener diode is shown above. The source of power supply used f
taken from the car battery.

Car DC Adapter Circuit with 1N4732A Zener Diode

This circuit works on the operation of the voltage regulator of the Zener diode. The outp
this circuit is stable like 4.7V. The required components of this circuit mainly include TIP
1N4732A, 470Ω 1W — 1, 100 µF, 470 µF & a 2A Fuse.

The supply provided to this circuit can be taken from the battery of a car. But the capacit
ratings of batteries of different cars may different. So, a 2A fuse is mainly used for restr
flow of current within the circuit.
Here, the battery supply is directly given to the TIP122 transistor’s collector terminal and
provided to the cathode terminal of the diode through the Zener resistor. Here, a diode is
emitter terminal of the transistor to obtain the output.

Car DC Adapter Circuit Working

The simple car DC adapter circuit is designed to charge phones with the help of a car ba
to the above-shown circuit, the connections are given. The range of o/p voltage from a
from 12V – 13.5V.

The protection device in the circuit-like fuse will limit the utmost 2A of load current. Thi
1N4732A Zener diode that has 4.7V of reverse breakdown voltage.

Therefore, the voltage across the diode will be stable. Once this voltage is applied at the
the TIP122 transistor, then it will be activated & the o/p will be a constant 4.7V.

In the above circuit, the current is approximately 15mA which is very little. So this is not
the battery of a mobile phone. For increasing the flow of current within the circuit, we ne
power rating of the Zener resistor & Zener diode.

Thus, a simple calculation can be done using some values like 12V input & 4.7 V output.
we require is 300mA, the flow of current within the circuit must be approximately 330mA
The Zener resistance can be calculated like Zr = (12– 4.7) V / 330mA = 22.1ohms. Ther
Zener resistor should be selected. For Zener diode’s power rating, the diode’s breakdown
the utmost current within the circuit is approximately 330mA.

Here, the Zener diode power rating can be measured like breakdown voltage that is mult
utmost current. So, the power rating of the Zener diode is 4.7V x 330 mA = 1.55Watts. T
use a 2W Zener diode for protection purposes.

When the flow of current within the circuit is enhanced, then voltage drop beyond the res
increased. The resistor’s power rating is also extremely significant.
If the voltage applied to the circuit is 12V & the diode’s breakdown voltage is 4.7V, then v
beyond the resistor is around 7.3V. The maximum current assumed within the circuit is a
330mA. As a result, the resistor’s power rating is measured like the following.

Power rating of Zener resistor is 7.3V x 330mA => 2.4W. Therefore, a 3W resistor should

Where to use/Applications

1N4732A Zener diode is used in different applications which include the following.

This kind of more zen diode is used in the circuits of voltage protection
It can be used like a less current voltage regulator
It gives protection to Input voltage for ICs or Microcontrollers
Used in stabilizing circuits of voltage

Thus, this is all about an overview of a 1N4732A Zener Diode datasheet. Generally, a Zen
junction semiconductor diode and it is operated in the condition of reverse bias. Howeve
junction diode that is connected in the condition of reverse bias is not utilized practically
diode. So, this is a highly doped and specially designed PN junction diode. Here is a que
what are the drawbacks of a Zener diode?

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