DZ23C3V6-E3-08

Overview

The DZ23C3V6-E3-08 is a silicon planar Zener diode from the Vishay DZ23 series, housed in an SOT-23 surface-mount package. It provides a nominal Zener voltage of 3.6 V with a tolerance of ±5 %. The device operates at a test current of 5 mA and features a maximum reverse leakage current of 5 μA at 1 V. Dynamic resistance is specified at 90 Ω under these conditions. Power dissipation reaches 500 mW when mounted on an FR-4 board with the recommended footprint, while thermal resistance to ambient is 420 K/W. The component supports an operating temperature range from -55 °C to +150 °C.

Feature Summary

• Silicon planar construction for reliable voltage regulation
• ESD protection capability exceeding 8 kV via human body model
• RoHS-compliant commercial grade material categorization

Applications

• Voltage reference circuits requiring stable low-voltage rails
• Clamping applications for transient voltage suppression
• General-purpose voltage regulation in compact PCB layouts

Procurement Notes

Verify that the ordering code matches the specific suffix requirements for tape and reel packaging. Confirm RoHS compliance status aligns with project specifications. Ensure the manufacturer designation corresponds to Vishay Semiconductors or its authorized divisions. Cross-reference the document revision number against the latest official datasheet to validate electrical parameters before finalizing procurement orders.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a precise 3.6 V reference is needed within a small SOT-23 footprint. Consider the 5 mA test current requirement for biasing network design. Evaluate the dynamic resistance value for ripple rejection performance. Verify thermal management capabilities if operating near the upper temperature limits.

Part Context

This part belongs to the DZ23 series of small signal Zener diodes manufactured by Vishay. The series covers a wide voltage range from 2.2 V to 75 V using standardized E24 grading. All devices share the same SOT-23 package dimensions and mounting characteristics, allowing for flexible design choices across different voltage requirements within the same physical space.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other DZ23 series variants with identical voltage ratings but different packaging suffixes, such as DZ23C3V6-E3-18. Alternative packages like TO-236AB may require schematic modifications due to pinout differences.