Overview
The BZX84C6V2-HE3-18 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 quality and reliability in voltage regulation applications. The BZX84C6V2-HE3-18 is specifically designed to provide a stable Zener voltage of 6.2V, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic circuits that require precise voltage regulation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zener Voltage Range | VZ | 6.0 - 6.4 - 6.8 | V |
| Test Current | IZT | 5 mA | mA |
| Reverse Leakage Current | IR | 1 μA (at VR = 1 V) | μA |
| Dynamic Resistance | ZZ | 600 Ω (at f = 1 kHz) | Ω |
| Temperature Coefficient | αVZ | -8 × 10-4 /°C | /°C |
| Power Dissipation | Ptot | 300 mW (at Tamb = 25 °C) | mW |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Ambient | RthJA | 420 K/W (at Tamb = 25 °C) | K/W |
| Junction Temperature | Tj | 150 °C | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Tstg | -65 to 150 °C | °C |
Key Features
- High Stability: The BZX84C6V2-HE3-18 offers a stable Zener voltage, ensuring reliable performance in voltage regulation applications.
- Low Dynamic Resistance: With a dynamic resistance of 600 Ω at 1 kHz, this diode minimizes voltage fluctuations.
- Compact Package: The SOT-23 package makes it suitable for space-constrained designs.
- High Power Dissipation: Capable of dissipating up to 300 mW at 25 °C, making it robust for various applications.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates effectively from -65 °C to 150 °C, ensuring reliability in diverse environmental conditions.
Applications
- Voltage Regulation: Ideal for stabilizing voltage in power supplies, audio equipment, and other electronic circuits.
- Overvoltage Protection: Can be used to protect circuits from voltage spikes and overvoltage conditions.
- Signal Clamping: Useful in clamping signals to a specific voltage level in communication and signal processing systems.
- Current Limiting: Can be employed in current limiting circuits to prevent excessive current flow.
Q & A
- What is the Zener voltage of the BZX84C6V2-HE3-18?
The Zener voltage range is 6.0V to 6.8V, with a nominal value of 6.2V.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of this diode?
The maximum power dissipation is 300 mW at an ambient temperature of 25 °C.
- What is the thermal resistance junction to ambient for this component?
The thermal resistance junction to ambient is 420 K/W.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BZX84C6V2-HE3-18?
The storage temperature range is -65 °C to 150 °C.
- What package type does the BZX84C6V2-HE3-18 come in?
The component is packaged in a SOT-23 package.
- What is the dynamic resistance of this Zener diode?
The dynamic resistance is 600 Ω at a frequency of 1 kHz.
- What is the reverse leakage current of the BZX84C6V2-HE3-18?
The reverse leakage current is 1 μA at a reverse voltage of 1 V.
- What are some common applications of the BZX84C6V2-HE3-18?
Common applications include voltage regulation, overvoltage protection, signal clamping, and current limiting.
- How does the temperature coefficient affect the Zener voltage?
The temperature coefficient is -8 × 10-4 /°C, indicating a slight decrease in Zener voltage with increasing temperature.
- What is the junction temperature limit for this diode?
The junction temperature limit is 150 °C.
