Zener diode
A Zener diode is a type of
diode that permits current to flow in the forward direction like a normal diode, but also in the reverse direction if the voltage is larger than the rated breakdown voltage known as "Zener knee voltage" or "Zener voltage".
A conventional solid-state
diode will not let significant current flow if reverse-biased below its reverse breakdown voltage.
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Zener diode is a type of
diode that permits current to flow in the forward direction like a normal diode, but also in the reverse direction if the voltage is larger than the rated breakdown voltage known as "Zener knee voltage" or "Zener voltage".
A conventional solid-state
diode will not let significant current flow if reverse-biased below its reverse breakdown voltage.
