BZX55C5V6 Zener Diode 5.6V 0.5W
A BZX55C5V6 Diode 5.6V 0.5W Zener diode commonly used for voltage regulation, voltage reference, overvoltage protection, and circuit voltage clamping.
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The BZX55C5V6 is a silicon planar Zener diode designed to maintain a controlled voltage across a circuit when operated in the reverse-breakdown region. According to the supplied Semtech datasheet, the device has a nominal Zener voltage of 5.6V, with a specified Zener voltage range of 5.2V to 6.0V 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 is supplied in a small axial glass package. The cathode is identified by the band marking on the diode body. It can be used in voltage regulation, reference circuits, protection circuits, and signal-clamping applications where a nominal 5.6V breakdown voltage is required.
Features:
- Silicon planar Zener diode.
- Stable voltage-clamping operation.
- Axial through-hole construction.
- Glass package.
- Cathode identification band.
- Suitable for voltage regulation and protection circuits.
- Available in E24-standard Zener voltage grading.
Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | BZX55C5V6 |
| Diode Type | Zener Diode |
| Zener Voltage, VZnom | 5.6V |
| Zener Voltage Range | 5.2–6.0V |
| Zener Test Current, IZT | 5mA |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZT | 25Ω max. |
| Dynamic Resistance, ZZK | 450Ω max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 25°C | 0.1µA max. |
| Reverse Leakage Current at 125°C | 2µA max. |
| Test Voltage for Leakage Current | 1V |
| 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 | End with band |
Applications:
- 5.6V voltage regulation.
- Voltage reference circuits.
- Overvoltage protection.
- Voltage clamping.
- Transient voltage limiting.
- Power supply protection.
- Signal protection circuits.
- General-purpose electronic circuits.
Packages Included:
- 1 × Zener Diode 5.6V 0.5W BZX55C5V6.







