zener diode

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Definition of zener diode in English Turkish dictionary

(Nükleer Bilimler) zener diyodu

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Definition of zener diode in English English dictionary

A semiconductor junction device through which current flows normally in the forward direction, and in the reverse direction if a large voltage is applied

{i} (Electronics) semiconductor diode which maintains a constant voltage due to the reverse breakdown voltage current (used mainly as a voltage regulator)

Hyphenation

zener di·ode

Etymology

() From Clarence Zener, American physicist.