Product Overview: AZ431AM from Diodes Incorporated

The AZ431AM is a precision programmable shunt regulator produced by Diodes Incorporated, a leading manufacturer in the semiconductor market. This component is renowned for its stability and versatility, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, including power supplies, battery chargers, and voltage monitoring systems.

This adjustable shunt regulator features a low dynamic output impedance, ensuring a high degree of stability and good transient response. The output voltage can be set to any value between Vref (approximately 2.5 volts) and 36 volts with two external resistors. These features allow designers to tailor the voltage regulation to meet specific requirements, providing both flexibility and precision in circuit design.

The AZ431AM operates over a wide current range, from 1 mA to 100 mA, which makes it suitable for a variety of operating conditions. This flexibility is further enhanced by its extended operating temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in even the most demanding environments.

Key Features:

• Programmable Output Voltage: Vref to 36V
• Low Dynamic Output Impedance
• Wide Operating Current Range: 1 mA to 100 mA
• Extended Temperature Range
• Surface Mount SOT-89 and TO-92 Packages

Applications:

• Switching Power Supplies
• Linear Regulators
• Adjustable Power Supplies
• Battery Chargers
• Voltage Monitoring
• Automotive Electronics

The AZ431AM is available in both surface mount SOT-89 and through-hole TO-92 packages, providing additional design flexibility for different assembly processes. With its excellent performance characteristics and adaptability, the AZ431AM from Diodes Incorporated is a top choice for engineers and designers seeking a reliable and customizable shunt regulator for their electronic projects.