1N5260BE3

Single Zener Diodes Overview

The Microchip Technology 1N5260BE3 is a single Zener diode with a nominal voltage of 43 V and a tolerance of 5%. It operates in the DO-213AA-2 (SOD-80) surface-mount package. The device features a maximum reverse leakage current of 100 nA, a Zener impedance of 93 Ohms at a test current of 3 mA, and a forward voltage of 1.1 V at 200 mA. It supports an operating temperature range from -65°C to +175°C.

Single Zener Diodes Feature Summary

• Hermetically sealed metallurgically bonded glass surface mount construction
• Surface mount equivalent to JEDEC registered 1N5260 series
• Designed for high reliability applications requiring stable voltage regulation

Single Zener Diodes Applications

• Voltage reference circuits
• Overvoltage protection
• Clamping applications

Single Zener Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'E3' confirms lead-free compliance and RoHS status as per the manufacturer's datasheet. Confirm the package type matches the required PCB footprint. Ensure the 5% voltage tolerance aligns with circuit requirements. Check for any military screening prefixes if higher reliability is needed.

Single Zener Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component when a hermetically sealed surface-mount Zener diode is required. The DO-213AA-2 package provides a compact form factor suitable for space-constrained designs. The wide operating temperature range makes it suitable for harsh environments. Verify that the 43 V breakdown voltage fits the target application's voltage specifications.

Single Zener Diodes Part Context

This part belongs to the 1N5221 through 1N5281B series of 0.5 W Zener voltage regulators. These devices are available in various tolerances and voltages ranging from 2.4 V to 200 V. The BE3 suffix indicates a lead-free, RoHS-compliant version of the standard 1N5260B in a surface-mount package.

Single Zener Diodes Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitutes include 1N5260BUR-1 and 1N5260B/TR.