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1N4742A AI Analysis:
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1N4742A product

1N4742A

Diodes - Zener - Single

Zener Diode12V1WDO-41

The 1N4742A is a standard 1W, 12V Zener diode in a DO-41 axial package, widely used for voltage regulation in through-hole PCB designs.

Best for

  • Voltage regulation
  • General purpose clamping

Avoid if

  • High-density surface mount applications

Check before use

  • Lead temperature derating

Key specifications

Nominal Zener Voltage
12 V
Power Dissipation
1 W
Tolerance
±5%

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
ROHS3 Compliant
REACH
-
MSL
1 (Unlimited)
ECCN
-
HTSUS
8541.10.0000

Application

Power SuppliesGeneral Electronics

Datasheet

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Questions & answers

The 1N4742A is a 1-watt silicon Zener diode with a nominal Zener voltage of 12V, packaged in a DO-41 axial lead format.