Overview
The BZX84-B16-G3-08 is a voltage regulator diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the BZX84-G series, which includes silicon planar Zener diodes with a wide range of Zener voltages. The BZX84-B16-G3-08 specifically has a nominal working voltage of 16V, making it suitable for various voltage regulation applications in electronic circuits.
It is packaged in a SOT-23 surface mount package, which is compact and ideal for modern PCB designs. This diode is designed to provide stable voltage regulation and is used in power supply circuits, general regulation functions, and other applications requiring precise voltage control.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Working Voltage (Vz) | 15.70 - 16.30 | V |
| Forward Voltage (Vf) | 0.9 | V |
| Forward Current (If) | 0.2 A (200 mA) | A |
| Reverse Current (Ir) | 1 µA - 700 nA | A |
| Power Dissipation (Ptot) | ≤250 mW | mW |
| Non-repetitive Peak Reverse Power Dissipation | ≤ 40 W | W |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 °C | °C |
| Operating Temperature Range | -55 to +150 °C | °C |
| Package Type | SOT-23 | - |
| Tolerance | ±2 % | - |
Key Features
- Silicon planar Zener diodes with high stability and low noise.
- Nominal working voltage of 16V, suitable for a variety of voltage regulation applications.
- Available in SOT-23 surface mount package, ideal for compact PCB designs.
- Three tolerance series: ±1%, ±2%, and approximately ±5% (this model is ±2%).
- Maximum power dissipation of 250 mW.
- Non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation of up to 40 W.
- Operating temperature range from -55°C to +150°C.
- RoHS compliant.
Applications
- Voltage regulation in power supply circuits.
- General regulation functions in electronic circuits.
- Overvoltage protection and surge suppression.
- Signal clipping and clamping.
- Reference voltage generation.
Q & A
- What is the nominal working voltage of the BZX84-B16-G3-08?
The nominal working voltage is 16V, with a range of 15.70V to 16.30V.
- What is the maximum forward current for this diode?
The maximum forward current is 0.2 A (200 mA).
- What is the power dissipation rating of the BZX84-B16-G3-08?
The maximum power dissipation is 250 mW.
- What is the operating temperature range for this diode?
The operating temperature range is from -55°C to +150°C.
- Is the BZX84-B16-G3-08 RoHS compliant?
- What package type is used for the BZX84-B16-G3-08?
The package type is SOT-23.
- What are the tolerance options for the BZX84-G series?
The BZX84-G series is available in ±1%, ±2%, and approximately ±5% tolerance ranges.
- What is the non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation for this diode?
The non-repetitive peak reverse power dissipation is up to 40 W.
- What are some common applications for the BZX84-B16-G3-08?
Common applications include voltage regulation in power supply circuits, general regulation functions, overvoltage protection, signal clipping, and reference voltage generation.
- What is the junction temperature limit for the BZX84-B16-G3-08?
The junction temperature limit is 150°C.
