160V 1/2 Watt Zener Diode – Precision Voltage Regulation

Reliable 160 Volt Zener Diode for Voltage Regulation and Protection

This 160V, 1/2 watt Zener diode delivers stable voltage regulation and superior overvoltage protection for demanding electronic designs. With a nominal regulating voltage of 160 volts and a power dissipation rating of 0.5 watts, this diode is ideal for maintaining consistent voltage levels in sensitive circuit applications.

Key Features of the 160V 1/2 Watt Zener Diode

• Nominal Zener Voltage: 160V for precise voltage regulation
• Power Dissipation: 1/2 watt (500mW)
• Axial Lead, Through-Hole Mounting for versatile installation
• Part Number: NTE5056A
• Supplied as individual units – order only as many as needed for your project

Applications

This 160V Zener diode is well-suited for:

• Voltage regulation in power supply designs
• Overvoltage and surge protection circuits
• Reference voltage generation
• Waveform clipping and clamping circuits

Usage Instructions

Install the NTE5056A Zener diode in your circuit with proper orientation, ensuring the cathode and anode match the schematic requirements for effective voltage regulation or protection. Suitable for use in through-hole PCB layouts or direct wire connections.

Technical Data

• Nominal Regulating Voltage: 160.0V
• Power Rating: 0.5W (1/2 watt)
• Mounting Style: Through-hole, axial lead
• Package Quantity: 1 per order

This part is the equivalent replacement for the following:

1/4M160Z, 1/4M160Z10, 1/4M160Z5, 1/4Z160D, 1/4Z160D10, 1/4Z160D5, 157-161(MAG-ZENER), 1N5277, 1N5277A, 1N5277B, 1N5893, 1N5893A, 1N5893B, 1N6029A, 1N6029B, 1N743, 1N743A, 1N743B, 1N990, 1N990A, 1N990B, .25T160B, .4M160Z, .4M160Z5, 530157-161, .5M160ZS10, .5M160ZS5, BZX55C160, ECG5056, ECG5056A, HM160, HM160A, NTE5056A, SK160A, SK160A/5056A, SK3822, SK3822/5056A, TM5056A, WEP1463