Overview
The BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23 is a low-power voltage regulator diode manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This component is part of the BZX84 series, which offers a wide range of breakdown voltages in a compact SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. The BZX84-C18 is specifically designed for general regulation functions and is available in various tolerance ranges, including ±5% for the C series.
This diode is suitable for applications requiring stable voltage regulation and is widely used in automotive, industrial, power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearable devices. With its small footprint and high performance, it is an ideal choice for modern electronic designs that demand efficiency and reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type Number | BZX84-C18 |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| Package Size | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm |
| Nominal Zener Voltage (VZ) | 18 V |
| Zener Current (IZ) | 5 mA |
| Tolerance | ±5% |
| Minimum Zener Voltage (VZ(min)) | 16.8 V |
| Maximum Zener Voltage (VZ(max)) | 19.1 V |
| 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
- Compact Package: The BZX84-C18 is housed in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, making it ideal for space-constrained designs.
- Low Power Consumption: With a total power dissipation of ≤250 mW, this diode is suitable for low-power applications.
- High Accuracy: Available in ±5% tolerance, ensuring stable voltage regulation.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates from -65°C to 150°C, making it versatile for various environmental conditions.
- High Reliability: Designed for robust performance with a non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of ≤40 W.
Applications
The BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23 is used in a variety of applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive: For voltage regulation in automotive electronics.
- Industrial: In industrial control systems and power supplies.
- Consumer Electronics: In mobile devices, wearables, and other consumer electronics requiring stable voltage regulation.
- Power Supplies: For voltage stabilization in power supply units.
- Computing: In computing hardware for voltage regulation.
Q & A
- What is the nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The nominal Zener voltage is 18 V.
- What is the tolerance of the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The tolerance is ±5%.
- What is the maximum forward current for the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The maximum forward current is 200 mA.
- What is the total power dissipation of the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The total power dissipation is ≤250 mW.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- In what package is the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23 available?
The BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23 is available in the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
- What are the dimensions of the SOT23 package?
The dimensions are 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm.
- What is the non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation is ≤40 W.
- In which industries is the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23 commonly used?
It is commonly used in automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, power supplies, and computing.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BZX84-C18/DG/B3,23?
The operating temperature range is from -65°C to 150°C.
