BZX55C15 Zener Diode 15V 0.5W
A BZX55C15 15V 0.5W Zener diode commonly used for voltage regulation, voltage reference, overvoltage protection, and voltage clamping in electronic circuits.
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BZX55C15 Zener Diode 15V 0.5W
The BZX55C15 is a silicon planar Zener diode designed for voltage regulation and protection applications. According to the supplied Semtech datasheet, it has a nominal Zener voltage of 15V, with a specified Zener voltage range of 13.8V to 15.6V when tested at a Zener test current of 5mA.
The diode is rated for 500mW power dissipation at an ambient temperature of 25°C and uses an axial glass DO-35 package. The cathode is identified by the band marking on the diode body. It is suitable for voltage regulation, reference circuits, protection circuits, and voltage-clamping applications.
Features:
- Silicon planar Zener construction.
- Stable voltage regulation.
- Axial through-hole package.
- Glass package.
- Cathode identification band.
- Suitable for voltage protection circuits.
- Suitable for reference and clamping applications.
- E24-standard Zener voltage series.
Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BZX55C15 |
| Diode Type | Zener Diode |
| Nominal Zener Voltage | 15V |
| Zener Voltage Range | 13.8–15.6V |
| Zener Test Current, IZT | 5mA |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZT | 30Ω max. |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZK | 110Ω max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 25°C | 0.1µA max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 125°C | 2µA max. |
| Reverse Leakage Test Voltage | 11V |
| Power Dissipation | 500mW |
| Forward Voltage at IF = 100mA | 1V max. |
| Junction Temperature | 175°C max. |
| Storage Temperature | -55 to +175°C |
| Package | DO-35 |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Technology | Silicon Planar |
Pinout:
| Pin | Connection | Identification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anode | Unbanded end |
| 2 | Cathode | Band-marked end |
Applications:
- 15V voltage regulation.
- Voltage reference circuits.
- Overvoltage protection.
- Voltage clamping.
- Power supply protection.
- Signal protection.
- Transient voltage limiting.
- General-purpose electronic circuits.
Packages Included:
- 1 × BZX55C15 Zener Diode 15V 0.5W.





