Meaning Of The Word Zener diode
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Zener diode Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Zener diode?
zener diode in American English
a semiconductor diode usually used as a voltage regulator because its resistance breaks down at a precise, predetermined voltage level (zener voltage), at which time it maintains a constant voltage while producing a sudden large increase in current noun: a semiconductor diode across which the reverse voltage remains almost constant over a wide range of currents, used esp. to regulate voltage Zener diode in British English noun: a semiconductor diode that exhibits a sharp increase in reverse current at a well-defined reverse voltage: used as a voltage regulator |
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