A 24V 0.5W BZX55C24 Zener diode is a component that allows current to flow in both directions but regulates voltage at 24V, typically used for voltage regulation in circuits.
BZX55C24 Zener Diode 24V 0.5W
The BZX55C24 is a silicon planar Zener diode designed to provide controlled voltage regulation when operated in its reverse-breakdown region. According to the supplied Semtech datasheet, it has a nominal Zener voltage of 24V, with a specified Zener voltage range of 22.8V to 25.6V at a Zener test current of 5mA.
The diode is rated for 500mW maximum power dissipation at an ambient temperature of 25°C and is available in 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, voltage clamping, and overvoltage protection applications.
Features:
- Silicon planar Zener construction.
- Axial through-hole design.
- Glass package
- Cathode identification band.
- Suitable for voltage regulation.
- Suitable for voltage clamping.
- Suitable for circuit protection.
- Compact PCB-mountable design.
- E24-standard Zener voltage series.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BZX55C24 |
| Diode Type | Zener Diode |
| Nominal Zener Voltage | 24V |
| Zener Voltage Range | 22.8–25.6V |
| Zener Test Current, IZT | 5mA |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZT | 80Ω max. |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZK | 220Ω max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 25°C | 0.1µA max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 125°C | 2µA max. |
| Reverse Leakage Test Voltage | 18V |
| Temperature Coefficient | 0.04–0.12%/K |
| 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 |
Applications:
- 24V voltage regulation.
- Voltage reference circuits.
- Overvoltage protection.
- Voltage clamping
- Power supply protection.
- Signal protection.
- Transient voltage limiting.
- General-purpose electronic circuits.
Packages Included:
- 1 × BZX55C24 Zener Diode 24V 0.5W.





