Differences between TVS diode and Zener diodes, in diagrams and …
The reason the same symbol is sometimes used for TVS diodes (Transorbs) and Zeners, is a Transorb has a lot in common with a Zener. An ideal Zener and an Ideal TVS-diode would be …
What's the difference between these diode symbols?
Jan 27, 2020 · What's the difference between these three different ways of symbolising a generic rectifier diode: solid, outline and outline with connection between anode and cathode?
How to memorize a diode's polarity in symbol? (self-answered)
Jun 7, 2016 · In the schematic symbol, the straight line across the wire is the cathode, and on the physical part, the cathode is usually marked by a line. The arrow in the schematic symbol for …
Different Zener Diode Symbols - Electrical Engineering Stack …
Jan 18, 2017 · 12 In the past I have seen two different symbols for a zener diode. One shows the complete "Z" shape on the cathode, and one shows more of an "L" shape on the cathode (see …
What's this diode symbol? - Electrical Engineering Stack Exchange
1 I'm looking at the Sparkfun USB-C PD Board schematic and noticed this portion under ESD protection as seen below. It looks like two Zener diodes facing each other thus prevent current …
MOSFET symbol - what is the correct symbol
May 14, 2013 · I've been on this site now a couple of months and I notice various symbols used for MOSFETs. What is the preferred symbol for an N Channel MOSFET and why?
Bidirectional TVS diode symbol confusion: AA vs KK?
May 20, 2025 · TVS diodes can be manufactured as PNP or NPN, but the datasheet symbol is unlikely to correspond to the physical structure. There is a comparison of characteristics in …
What does the LED-like symbol stand for in a MOSFET symbol?
Jun 25, 2025 · Although the body diode can be a pain, it can be a blessing too. Consider for example a battery management system that stops charging due to too high voltage. Now …
Is this symbol a TVS diode, and what is the purpose of a TVS diode?
Sep 8, 2023 · It would be helpful to also get some information about the purpose of a TVS diode and what these diodes do in this drawing. I included the standard ground to chassis symbol in …
Which way to draw diode in a circuit diagram
May 13, 2012 · The diode arrow on a schematic may point in the direction of conventional current but, alas, this consistency doesn't generalize to all markings and components. Electrolytic …