Overview
The BZX384C6V2-G3-18 is a silicon planar Zener diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the BZX384-G series and is designed to provide stable voltage regulation in various electronic circuits. The BZX384C6V2-G3-18 is specifically rated for a Zener voltage of 6.2 volts with a tolerance of ±5%.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Zener Voltage (VZ) | 6.2 | V |
| Zener Voltage Tolerance | ±5% | |
| Test Current (IZT) | 2; 5 mA | |
| Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 200 mW | |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Ambient (RthJA) | 650 K/W | |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 °C | |
| Storage Temperature Range (Tstg) | -65 to +150 °C | |
| Operating Temperature Range (Top) | -55 to +150 °C | |
| Package | SOD-323 | |
| Flammability Rating | UL 94 V-0 | |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL level 1 (according J-STD-020) |
Key Features
- Silicon planar Zener diodes with Zener voltages graded according to the international E24 standard.
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications.
- Standard Zener voltage tolerance of ±5%.
- Low dynamic resistance.
- High surge current capability.
- UL 94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL level 1.
Applications
- Voltage regulation in power supplies and DC-DC converters.
- Overvoltage protection in electronic circuits.
- Line regulation in audio and video equipment.
- Automotive electronics due to AEC-Q101 qualification.
- General-purpose voltage stabilization in various electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the Zener voltage of the BZX384C6V2-G3-18?
The Zener voltage of the BZX384C6V2-G3-18 is 6.2 volts with a tolerance of ±5%.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of this diode?
The maximum power dissipation (Ptot) is 200 mW.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient (RthJA) of this diode?
The thermal resistance junction to ambient (RthJA) is 650 K/W.
- What is the junction temperature (Tj) rating of this diode?
The junction temperature (Tj) rating is 150 °C.
- What is the storage temperature range for this diode?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
- What package type is used for the BZX384C6V2-G3-18?
The package type is SOD-323.
- Is the BZX384C6V2-G3-18 AEC-Q101 qualified?
Yes, the BZX384C6V2-G3-18 is AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- What is the flammability rating of this diode?
The flammability rating is UL 94 V-0.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of this diode?
The moisture sensitivity level is MSL level 1 (according J-STD-020).
- In what types of applications is the BZX384C6V2-G3-18 commonly used?
It is commonly used in voltage regulation, overvoltage protection, line regulation, and general-purpose voltage stabilization in various electronic devices and automotive electronics.
