{"product_id":"1n4742a-1w-12v-zener-diode","title":"1N4742A 1W, 12V Zener Diode","description":"The 1N4742A is a popular Zener diode, which is specifically designed to operate in the reverse breakdown region, maintaining a constant voltage across its terminals.\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\"\u003e Here's a detailed description of its specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\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.\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\"\u003e Applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe 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.\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_info\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow profile package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in strain relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow inductance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh temperature soldering : 260°C\/10 seconds at terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass package has Underwriters Laboratory Flammability Classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_info\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse Voltage: 3.3 Volts to 75 Volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForward Current: 1 Watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Molded Glass DO-41G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminals: Axial leads, solderable per MIL-STD-750, Method 2026 guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolarity: Colour band denotes the positive end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting position: Any\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eProduct Video\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"ZD1N4742A-K54 | 1N4742A 12V 1W Zener Diode DO-41\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yta8c8fsFVc\" height=\"400\" width=\"800\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_info\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1AFY7Ucweq0BoOYHXnWDWtXizzTzZkFLE\/view?usp=drive_link\"\u003eDatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_info\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 1N4742A 1W, 12V Zener Diode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KitsGuru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307817492732,"sku":"DIODE004","price":4.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2130\/4757\/files\/1N4742A1W_12VZenerDiode.jpg?v=1711972158","url":"https:\/\/kitsguru.com\/fr\/products\/1n4742a-1w-12v-zener-diode","provider":"KitsGuru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}