Overview
The BZX84C20-E3-18 is a silicon planar Zener diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the BZX84 series, which is known for its high reliability and precision in voltage regulation. The BZX84C20-E3-18 is specifically designed to provide a stable Zener voltage of 20V, making it suitable for a variety of applications requiring voltage stabilization and regulation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division | |
| Series | BZX84 | |
| Mounting Style | SMD/SMT | |
| Vz - Zener Voltage | 20 V | V |
| Voltage Tolerance | 5 % | % |
| Zz - Zener Impedance | 55 Ohms | Ω |
| Pd - Power Dissipation | 300 mW | mW |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 °C | °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +150 °C | °C |
| Configuration | Single | |
| Ir - Maximum Reverse Leakage Current | 50 nA | nA |
| Voltage Temperature Coefficient | 1 mV/°C | mV/°C |
| Package | SOT-23-3 | |
| Weight | 0.000282 oz | oz |
Key Features
- Silicon planar Zener diodes with Zener voltages graded according to the international E24 standard.
- Available in RoHS-compliant, commercial grade (E3) and AEC-Q101 qualified (HE3_A) versions.
- High ESD capability: human body model > 8 kV, machine model > 800 V.
- Low dynamic resistance and stable temperature coefficient.
- Compact SOT-23-3 package, suitable for surface mount applications.
- Operating temperature range from -55 °C to +150 °C.
Applications
The BZX84C20-E3-18 is versatile and can be used in various applications requiring voltage stabilization and regulation, such as:
- Voltage regulators and stabilizers.
- Overvoltage protection circuits.
- Audio and video equipment.
- Automotive electronics (for AEC-Q101 qualified versions).
- Industrial control systems.
Q & A
- What is the Zener voltage of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The Zener voltage of the BZX84C20-E3-18 is 20 V with a tolerance of ±5%.
- What is the power dissipation of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The power dissipation of the BZX84C20-E3-18 is 300 mW.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The operating temperature range is from -55 °C to +150 °C.
- Is the BZX84C20-E3-18 RoHS-compliant?
- What is the package type of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The package type is SOT-23-3.
- What is the maximum reverse leakage current of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The maximum reverse leakage current is 50 nA.
- Is the BZX84C20-E3-18 AEC-Q101 qualified?
The HE3_A version of the BZX84C20 is AEC-Q101 qualified.
- What is the voltage temperature coefficient of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The voltage temperature coefficient is 1 mV/°C.
- How is the ESD capability of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
The ESD capability is > 8 kV for the human body model and > 800 V for the machine model.
- What are the typical applications of the BZX84C20-E3-18?
Typical applications include voltage regulators, overvoltage protection circuits, audio and video equipment, automotive electronics, and industrial control systems.
