{"product_id":"1n4742a-1w-12v-zener-diode","title":"1N4742A 1W, 12V Zener Diode","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1N4742A is a popular Zener diode, which is specifically designed to operate in the reverse breakdown region, maintaining a constant voltage across its terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1N4742A is a Zener diode, a type of semiconductor device designed to provide a stable voltage reference or voltage regulation in electronic circuits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e It can dissipate up to 1 watt of power under normal operating conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZener Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"12V\" designation indicates that the nominal Zener voltage for the 1N4742A is 12 volts. This means that when the diode is reverse biased and conducting, it maintains a relatively constant voltage drop of approximately 12 volts across its terminals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe letter \"A\" in the part number indicates a tolerance level. In this case, it might indicate a tolerance of +\/- 5%.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1N4742A is typically available in through-hole packages, such as axial leads or radial leads, making it suitable for easy mounting onto circuit boards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zener diodes are usually constructed using heavily doped semiconductor materials, allowing them to exhibit a sharp breakdown voltage when reverse-biased.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1N4742A can be used in various applications requiring voltage regulation or voltage reference, such as voltage stabilizers, voltage clamps, voltage regulators, and surge suppressors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like most semiconductor devices, the 1N4742A is designed to operate over a specified temperature range, typically from -65°C to +175°C, ensuring reliable performance across different environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROBODIUM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62610391761267,"sku":"R1450","price":5.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/3620\/7475\/files\/21f6miB_vzL.jpg?v=1775625320","url":"https:\/\/robodium.com\/products\/1n4742a-1w-12v-zener-diode","provider":"ROBODIUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}