SLVAG00 January   2026 BZX84C15V

 

  1.   1
  2.   Abstract
  3.   Trademarks
  4. 1Introduction
  5. 2Zener Operation and Key Parameters
    1. 2.1 Operation
      1. 2.1.1 Device Operation Under Breakdown
    2. 2.2 Key Parameters
  6. 3Zener Diode Manufacturing Process
    1. 3.1 Manufacturing
      1. 3.1.1 Wafer Fabrication
      2. 3.1.2 Complete Manufacturing Flow
      3. 3.1.3 Process Control and Capability
  7. 4Why Choose TI Zener Diodes?
  8. 5Selecting the Correct Protection Diode
    1. 5.1 Zener Diode
    2. 5.2 ESD Diode
    3. 5.3 TVS Diode
  9. 6Typical Applications
    1. 6.1 Zener Diode
      1. 6.1.1 Voltage Regulation
      2. 6.1.2 MOSFET Gate Overvoltage Clamping
      3. 6.1.3 CAN Bus Overvoltage Protection
    2. 6.2 ESD Diode
    3. 6.3 TVS Diode
  10. 7Summary
  11. 8References

8 References

  1. Texas Instruments, BZX84Cx Zener Voltage Regulator Diodes in SOT-23, data sheet.
  2. Texas Instruments, Why Use TI Zener Diodes for High Power Applications, application note.
  3. Texas Instruments, Low-Noise Zeners, application brief.
  4. Texas Instruments, System-Level ESD Protection Guide, application note.
  5. Texas Instruments, Design considerations for system-level ESD circuit protection, analog applications journal.
  6. Texas Instruments, What TI ESD/TVS diode should I use to protect Interfaces in my system?, FAQ.
  7. Texas Instruments, IEC 61000-4-x Tests for TI's Protection Devices, application note.