Overview
The BZX84-C15 is a low-power voltage regulator diode produced by Nexperia USA Inc. This component is part of the BZX84 series, which includes silicon planar Zener diodes graded according to the international E24 standard. The BZX84-C15 is designed to provide stable voltage regulation in a variety of electronic applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Type Number | BZX84-C15 | - |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) | - |
| Package Size | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 | mm |
| Nominal Zener Voltage (VZ) | 15 | V |
| Zener Voltage Tolerance | ±5% | - |
| Minimum Zener Voltage (VZ(min)) | 13.8 | V |
| Maximum Zener Voltage (VZ(max)) | 15.6 | V |
| Test Current (IZ) | 5 | mA |
| Maximum Forward Current (IF(max)) | 200 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | ≤250 | mW |
| Non-repetitive Peak Reverse Power Dissipation (PZSM) | ≤40 | W |
| Maximum Junction Temperature (TJ(max)) | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Total power dissipation: ≤250 mW
- Wide working voltage range: nominal 2.4 V to 75 V (E24 range)
- Three tolerance series: ±1%, ±2%, and approximately ±5%
- Low-power voltage regulation in a small SOT23 package
- Non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation: ≤ 40 W
- Maximum junction temperature: 150 °C
Applications
The BZX84-C15 voltage regulator diode is suitable for various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems
- Industrial control systems
- Power supplies and voltage regulation circuits
- Consumer electronics
- Mobile and wearable devices
- Computing and data storage systems
Q & A
- What is the nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84-C15?
The nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84-C15 is 15 V.
- What is the tolerance range for the BZX84-C15?
The BZX84-C15 has a tolerance range of approximately ±5%.
- What is the maximum total power dissipation of the BZX84-C15?
The maximum total power dissipation is ≤250 mW.
- What is the package type of the BZX84-C15?
The BZX84-C15 is packaged in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the BZX84-C15?
The maximum junction temperature is 150 °C.
- What are the typical applications of the BZX84-C15?
The BZX84-C15 is used in automotive, industrial, power supply, consumer electronics, mobile, and wearable device applications.
- What is the non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of the BZX84-C15?
The non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation is ≤ 40 W.
- Is the BZX84-C15 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BZX84-C15 is RoHS compliant.
- What is the working voltage range of the BZX84 series?
The working voltage range is nominal 2.4 V to 75 V (E24 range).
- How can I obtain samples of the BZX84-C15?
Samples can be ordered through Nexperia's sales organization or through their network of global and regional distributors.
