What is the application of Zener and Avalanche breakdown?

Application of Zener Diode : The main application of this type of diodes are as voltage regulator. Over voltage protector, as voltage reference. We will discussed what is the application of zener diode as voltage regulator, now we will discuss the other two points briefly. read more

The Avalanche Breakdown and Zener Breakdown are two different mechanisms by which a PN junction breaks. The Zener and Avalanche breakdown both occur in diode under reverse bias. The avalanche breakdown occurs because of the ionisation of electrons and hole pairs whereas the Zener diode occurs because of heavy doping. read more

Basic Electronics Notes on Zener Breakdown and Avalanche Breakdown explaining Avalanche and Zener breakdown mechanism in details with its characteristics. read more