IIRC, a zener diode behaves like a regular diode (i.e. it basically allows current to pass in one direction, but not the other), but its reverse breakdown voltage is much, much lower than a regular ...

We always enjoy [w2aew’s] videos, and his latest on zener diodes is no exception. In it, he asserts that all Zener diodes are not created equal. Why? You’ll have to watch the video below to find out.

For beginners, diode types can sometimes be a bit of mental gymnastics. If all it does is act like a magic pixie check valve, why are there so many kinds? Schottky diodes are typically hard to ...