Overview
The BZX84C15 is a silicon planar Zener diode manufactured by Yangzhou Yangjie Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. This component is part of the BZX84 series, which is known for its high reliability and stability in voltage regulation applications. The BZX84C15 is specifically designed to provide a nominal Zener voltage of 15V, making it suitable for a variety of electronic circuits that require precise voltage regulation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | BZX84C15 | - |
| Manufacturer | Yangzhou Yangjie Electronic Technology Co., Ltd | - |
| Zener Voltage (Nominal) | 15 | V |
| Tolerance | ±5% / ±6% | - |
| Package | SOT-23 | - |
| Lead/Terminal Type | Surface Mount | - |
| Number of Leads/Terminals | 3 | - |
| Forward Voltage (IF=10mA) | 0.9 | V |
| Reverse Current (VR=10.5V) | 50nA | - |
| Working Voltage @ Iztest=5mA | 13.8V min. ; 15.6V max. | V |
| Differential Resistance @Iztest=1mA | 50Ω typ. ; 200Ω max. | Ω |
| Differential Resistance @Iztest=5mA | 10Ω typ. ; 30Ω max. | Ω |
| Temperature Coefficient @ Iztest=5mA | 9.2mV/K min. ; 13mV/K max. | mV/K |
| Diode Capacitance @ f=1MHz, VR=0V | 75pF | pF |
| Non-Repetitive Peak Reverse Current | 2.0A | A |
| Operating Temperature Range | -55°C to +150°C | °C |
| Power - Max | 350mW | mW |
Key Features
- Silicon planar Zener diodes with high reliability and stability.
- Nominal Zener voltage of 15V with a tolerance of ±5% or ±6%.
- SOT-23 package suitable for surface mount applications.
- Low forward voltage drop of 0.9V at 10mA.
- Low reverse leakage current of 50nA at 10.5V.
- Wide operating temperature range from -55°C to +150°C.
- RoHS compliant.
Applications
The BZX84C15 Zener diode is widely used in various electronic circuits that require precise voltage regulation. These include:
- Voltage regulation in power supplies.
- Overvoltage protection in electronic devices.
- Stabilization of voltage in audio and video equipment.
- Automotive electronics.
- Industrial control systems.
- Consumer electronics.
Q & A
- What is the nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84C15?
The nominal Zener voltage of the BZX84C15 is 15V. - What is the package type of the BZX84C15?
The BZX84C15 comes in a SOT-23 package. - What is the forward voltage drop at 10mA for the BZX84C15?
The forward voltage drop at 10mA is 0.9V. - What is the reverse leakage current at 10.5V for the BZX84C15?
The reverse leakage current at 10.5V is 50nA. - What is the operating temperature range of the BZX84C15?
The operating temperature range is from -55°C to +150°C. - Is the BZX84C15 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BZX84C15 is RoHS compliant. - What is the maximum power dissipation of the BZX84C15?
The maximum power dissipation is 350mW. - What are some common applications of the BZX84C15?
Common applications include voltage regulation in power supplies, overvoltage protection, stabilization of voltage in audio and video equipment, automotive electronics, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics. - What is the differential resistance of the BZX84C15 at 1mA and 5mA test currents?
The differential resistance at 1mA is 50Ω typ. and 200Ω max., and at 5mA it is 10Ω typ. and 30Ω max. - What is the temperature coefficient of the BZX84C15 at 5mA test current?
The temperature coefficient at 5mA test current is 9.2mV/K min. and 13mV/K max.
