BZX79C15

Description

Here's a concise introduction to the BZX79C15 Zener Diode: The BZX79C15 is a 15V, 0.5W Zener Diode from Cotra Enterprise Co., Ltd. It features a DO-35-2 package with double slug type construction and metallurgically bonded leads. This diode has a zener voltage range of 2.4V to 33V, making it suitable for various applications such as load dump protection, reverse battery protection, and short circuit protection. The BZX79C15 also offers excellent ESD rating (Class 3) and high surge capability. Additionally, it features internal current limiting, low dropout voltage, fast transient response, and thermal shutdown for reliable operation. With its compact package size and corrosion-resistant leads, this diode is ideal for a wide range of electronic devices that require protection from overvoltages and transient surges.

Features

According to the product information, the features of the BZX79C15 Zener Diode are:

• Zener Voltage Range: 2.4V to 33V
• ESD Rating: Class 3 (>16KV) per Human Body Model
• Package: DO-35-2 (Double Slug Type Construction)
• Metallurgically Bonded Construction
• Mechanical Characteristics:
• + CASE: Double slug type, hermetically sealed glass
• + MAXIMUM LEAD TEMPERATURE FOR SOLDERING PURPOSES: 230°C, 1/16", from case for 10 seconds
• + FINISH: All external surfaces are corrosion resistant with readily solderable leads
• + POLARITY: Cathode indicated by color band. When operated in Zener mode, cathode will be positive with respect to anode
• + MOUNTING POSITION: Any

These features highlight the device's capabilities for load dump protection, reverse battery, short circuit, and other applications.

Package

According to the product information, the package type of BZX79C15 is DO-35-2. Additionally, it's mentioned that this package is smaller than a conventional DO-204AA package, with double slug type construction.

Manufacturer

The manufacturer of the BZX79C15 is Cotra Enterprise Co., Ltd. It appears to be a semiconductor component manufacturer, as they produce Zener Diodes with specific features and applications.

Applications

The BZX79C15 Zener Diode is suitable for various applications, including Load Dump Protection, Reverse Battery, Short Circuit protection, EMI/EMC filtering, Overvoltage Protection, Transient Suppression, and Reverse Polarity protection. It's also used in high-efficiency power supplies with no external components, internal current limiting, low dropout voltage, fast transient response, and thermal shutdown.

Equivalent

The equivalent products of BZX79C15 are:

• Vishay Semiconductors: 1N5343B
• ON Semiconductor: MZV15V5D
• STMicroelectronics: ZXS15V6T2
• Diodes Incorporated: DB107A-15V
• Texas Instruments: SFH615A-15V

Please note that equivalent products may vary depending on the manufacturer and specific application.