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TVSUnidirectional TVS diode: original educational illustration
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Unidirectional TVS diode

A transient-suppression diode intended to clamp a documented surge polarity across a protected circuit.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Electronic components
Reference family
Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A TVS clamping rating is not the normal working voltage; unidirectional and bidirectional devices have different polarity behaviour.

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TVS BIBidirectional breakdown diode: original educational illustration
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Bidirectional breakdown diode

A bidirectional breakdown diode provides a documented voltage-limiting semiconductor path in both polarities. Its working voltage and surge characteristics determine the protective application.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

Bidirectional protection does not make the component a controllable power switch.

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