Overview
The BZX79-B24, produced by NXP USA Inc. (now known as Nexperia), is a low-power voltage regulator diode. These diodes are designed to provide stable voltage regulation and are available in hermetically sealed leaded glass SOD27 (DO-35) packages. The BZX79 series includes 37 types with nominal working voltages ranging from 2.4 to 75 V, making them versatile for various applications requiring voltage stabilization.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Forward Current (IF) | - | - | 250 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | Tamb = 50 °C; note 1 | - | 400 | mW |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | Tamb = 50 °C; note 2 | - | 500 | mW |
| Non-repetitive Peak Reverse Power Dissipation (PZSM) | tp = 100 μs; square wave; Tj = 25 °C prior to surge | - | 40 | W |
| Storage Temperature (Tstg) | - | -65 | +200 | °C |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | - | -65 | +200 | °C |
| Forward Voltage (VF) | IF = 10 mA | - | 0.9 | V |
Key Features
- Total power dissipation: max. 500 mW
- Two tolerance series: ±2% (BZX79-B) and approx. ±5% (BZX79-C)
- Working voltage range: nominal 2.4 to 75 V (E24 range)
- Non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation: max. 40 W
- Hermetically sealed leaded glass SOD27 (DO-35) packages
Applications
The BZX79-B24 voltage regulator diodes are primarily used in low voltage stabilizers or as voltage references. They are suitable for applications requiring stable voltage regulation, such as in electronic circuits that need a reliable voltage source.
Q & A
- What is the BZX79-B24 used for? The BZX79-B24 is used as a low-power voltage regulator diode for providing stable voltage regulation in electronic circuits.
- What is the maximum continuous forward current of the BZX79-B24? The maximum continuous forward current is 250 mA.
- What is the total power dissipation of the BZX79-B24? The total power dissipation is up to 500 mW at an ambient temperature of 50 °C.
- What is the non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of the BZX79-B24? The non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation is up to 40 W.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BZX79-B24? The storage temperature range is from -65 °C to +200 °C.
- What is the junction temperature range for the BZX79-B24? The junction temperature range is from -65 °C to +200 °C.
- What package type is the BZX79-B24 available in? The BZX79-B24 is available in hermetically sealed leaded glass SOD27 (DO-35) packages.
- What are the tolerance series available for the BZX79 series? The BZX79 series is available in two tolerance series: ±2% (BZX79-B) and approx. ±5% (BZX79-C).
- What is the working voltage range of the BZX79 series? The working voltage range is from 2.4 to 75 V (E24 range).
- Where can I purchase the BZX79-B24? The BZX79-B24 can be purchased from distributors such as Digi-Key, Mouser, and Nexperia's official website.
