1N5339B BK

Single Zener Diodes Overview

The Central Semiconductor Corp 1N5339B BK is a silicon Zener diode with a nominal voltage of 5.6 V and a power dissipation rating of 5 W. It utilizes an axial leaded T-18 plastic package for through-hole mounting. The device features a wide operating temperature range from -65 °C to +150 °C and offers a moisture classification of Level 1, requiring no dry pack storage.

Single Zener Diodes Feature Summary

• Provides stable voltage regulation across a broad temperature spectrum
• Features low thermal resistance design suitable for high DC currents
• Utilizes hermetic-free plastic encapsulation for simplified handling

Single Zener Diodes Applications

• Voltage regulation in power supply circuits
• Overvoltage protection for sensitive electronic components
• Reference voltage generation in measurement instrumentation

Single Zener Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix required for plating options when purchasing. Add TIN/LEAD for tin/lead plated devices or PBFREE for lead-free versions. Ensure procurement channels are authorized to maintain warranty coverage and product support availability.

Single Zener Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring robust 5 W power handling in a standard axial package. Consider the 5.6 V breakdown voltage and 20% tolerance for general regulation tasks. Evaluate thermal management requirements given the high current capabilities and plastic encapsulation constraints.

Single Zener Diodes Part Context

This part belongs to the 1N5333-5388B JEDEC registered series of 5.0 watt Zener diodes. The series provides voltage regulation from 3.3 to 200 volts with various tolerances identified by suffix letters. Military equivalent screening levels are available via prefix identifiers.

Single Zener Diodes Replacement Considerations

Central Semiconductor lists CZ5339B as the replacement for the 1N5339B.