Overview
The BZX84C3V0-G3-18 is a silicon planar Zener diode produced by Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division. This component is part of the BZX84-G series, which is known for its wide range of Zener voltages graded according to the international E24 standard. The BZX84C3V0-G3-18 is specifically designed for voltage regulation and stabilization in various electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Zener Voltage Range | 2.85 to 3.15 | V |
| Test Current (IZT) | 5 mA | mA |
| Reverse Leakage Current (IR) | 1 μA (max) | μA |
| Dynamic Resistance (ZZ) | 600 Ω (max) | Ω |
| Temperature Coefficient (αVZ) | -3 to -8 x 10^-4/°C | 10^-4/°C |
| Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 500 mW (on FR-4 board) | mW |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Lead (RthJL) | 250 K/W | K/W |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Ambient (RthJA) | 420 K/W (on FR-4 board) | K/W |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | -55 to +150 °C | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range (Tstg) | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Package | SOT-23 |
Key Features
- Silicon planar Zener diodes with Zener voltages graded according to the international E24 standard.
- Standard Zener voltage tolerance of ±5%.
- High surge current capability.
- Low dynamic resistance.
- Commercial grade with green marking (G3).
- UL 94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL level 1 according to J-STD-020.
- SOT-23 package for compact design.
Applications
- Voltage regulation and stabilization in electronic circuits.
- Protection against voltage spikes and transients.
- Signal clipping and clamping.
- Automotive, industrial, computing, and consumer electronics.
Q & A
- What is the Zener voltage range of the BZX84C3V0-G3-18?
The Zener voltage range is from 2.85 V to 3.15 V.
- What is the test current (IZT) for this diode?
The test current (IZT) is 5 mA.
- What is the maximum reverse leakage current (IR) for this diode?
The maximum reverse leakage current (IR) is 1 μA.
- What is the dynamic resistance (ZZ) of the BZX84C3V0-G3-18?
The dynamic resistance (ZZ) is up to 600 Ω.
- What is the temperature coefficient (αVZ) of this diode?
The temperature coefficient (αVZ) ranges from -3 to -8 x 10^-4/°C.
- What is the maximum power dissipation (Ptot) for this diode on an FR-4 board?
The maximum power dissipation (Ptot) is 500 mW.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to lead (RthJL) for this diode?
The thermal resistance junction to lead (RthJL) is 250 K/W.
- What is the junction temperature (Tj) range for this diode?
The junction temperature (Tj) range is from -55 °C to +150 °C.
- What is the storage temperature range (Tstg) for this diode?
The storage temperature range (Tstg) is from -65 °C to +150 °C.
- In what package is the BZX84C3V0-G3-18 available?
The BZX84C3V0-G3-18 is available in the SOT-23 package.
