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Semiconductor device that conducts electricity in only one direction. Exist in different varieties. Zener diodes permit conduction in the reverse direction only when the reverse voltage exceeds a certain amount. TVS diodes are like Zeners except capable of much higher currents and are used to protect circuits from major failures.
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