Overview
The BZX84-C68,215 is a low-power voltage regulator diode produced by NXP Semiconductors. It belongs to the BZX84 series, which is known for its high precision and reliability in voltage regulation. These diodes are packaged in a small SOT23 plastic SMD package, making them suitable for a wide range of electronic applications where space is limited.
The BZX84 series includes diodes with nominal working voltages ranging from 2.4 to 75 V, with three tolerance series: ±1% (BZX84-A), ±2% (BZX84-B), and approximately ±5% (BZX84-C). The BZX84-C68,215 specifically has a nominal Zener voltage of 68 V with a tolerance of approximately ±5%.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | BZX84-C68,215 | |
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors | |
| Package | SOT23 | |
| Nominal Zener Voltage (VZ) | 68 V | V |
| Tolerance | Approx. ±5% | % |
| Continuous Forward Current (IF) | 200 mA | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 250 mW | mW |
| Non-Repetitive Peak Reverse Power Dissipation (PZSM) | 40 W | W |
| Storage Temperature Range (Tstg) | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Junction Temperature Range (Tj) | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Forward Voltage (VF) at IF = 10 mA | 0.9 V | V |
| Reverse Current (IR) at VR = 1 V | 50 nA | nA |
Key Features
- Low Power Consumption: Total power dissipation of up to 250 mW, making it suitable for low-power applications.
- Precision Voltage Regulation: Available in three tolerance series: ±1%, ±2%, and approximately ±5%.
- Wide Voltage Range: Nominal working voltages from 2.4 to 75 V, following the E24 standard.
- Compact Packaging: SOT23 plastic SMD package, ideal for space-constrained designs.
- High Reliability: Non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of up to 40 W.
- Broad Temperature Range: Storage and junction temperature ranges from -65 to +150 °C.
Applications
The BZX84-C68,215 voltage regulator diode is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- General Voltage Regulation: Suitable for stabilizing voltages in electronic circuits.
- Overvoltage Protection: Can be used to protect circuits from voltage spikes and surges.
- Reference Voltages: Provides a stable reference voltage in analog circuits.
- Power Supplies: Used in power supply circuits to regulate output voltages.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in various consumer electronic devices requiring stable voltage regulation.
Q & A
- What is the nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84-C68,215?
The nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84-C68,215 is 68 V.
- What is the tolerance of the BZX84-C68,215?
The tolerance of the BZX84-C68,215 is approximately ±5%.
- What is the maximum continuous forward current for the BZX84-C68,215?
The maximum continuous forward current is 200 mA.
- What is the total power dissipation of the BZX84-C68,215?
The total power dissipation is up to 250 mW.
- What is the non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of the BZX84-C68,215?
The non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation is up to 40 W.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BZX84-C68,215?
The storage temperature range is from -65 to +150 °C.
- What is the junction temperature range for the BZX84-C68,215?
The junction temperature range is from -65 to +150 °C.
- What package type is the BZX84-C68,215 available in?
The BZX84-C68,215 is available in a SOT23 plastic SMD package.
- What are some common applications for the BZX84-C68,215?
Common applications include general voltage regulation, overvoltage protection, reference voltages, power supplies, and consumer electronics.
- Why is the BZX84-C68,215 suitable for low-power applications?
The BZX84-C68,215 is suitable for low-power applications due to its low total power dissipation of up to 250 mW.
