BZX384B5V1-E3-08

Single Zener Diodes Overview

The BZX384B5V1-E3-08 is a silicon planar power Zener diode manufactured by Vishay Semiconductors. It provides a nominal Zener voltage of 5.1 V with a tight tolerance of ±2%. The device is designed for surface mount installation in the SOD-323 (SC-76) plastic package, featuring a maximum power dissipation of 200 mW. Electrical characteristics include a maximum reverse leakage current of 2 µA and a dynamic impedance of 60 Ohms at a test current of 5 mA. The component operates within a temperature range of -55°C to +150°C and complies with RoHS directives.

Single Zener Diodes Feature Summary

• Utilizes silicon planar technology for robust voltage regulation performance.
• Encapsulated in a compact SOD-323 surface-mount package for space-constrained designs.
• Offers high precision with a standardized ±2% voltage tolerance grade.

Single Zener Diodes Applications

• General voltage regulation functions
• Reference voltage sources in electronic circuits
• Overvoltage protection stages

Single Zener Diodes Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official Vishay documentation to confirm exact tolerance and packaging specifications. Ensure compatibility with standard SMD reflow processes and check for lead-free compliance requirements relevant to the target assembly environment.

Single Zener Diodes Selection Notes

Select this component when a precise 5.1 V reference is required in a low-power application. The ±2% tolerance makes it suitable for circuits demanding tighter voltage accuracy than standard 5% variants. Consider the 200 mW power rating and thermal resistance limits during PCB layout planning.

Single Zener Diodes Part Context

This part belongs to the BZX384-V-Series of low-power voltage regulator diodes. The series offers various normalized E24 voltage values from 2.4 V to 75 V. The 'B' designation indicates the ±2% tolerance grade, distinguishing it from the standard ±5% 'C' grade devices within the same physical footprint.

Single Zener Diodes Replacement Considerations

Equivalent parts include BZX384B5V1-G3-08 and BZX384B5V1-V-G-08. These alternatives share identical electrical parameters and mechanical dimensions, allowing for direct substitution in existing designs without circuit modification.