Product Overview
The SMAZ18-13-F from Diodes Incorporated is an 18V Zener diode in a SMA (DO-214AC) package. With 500mW power dissipation and tight 5% tolerance, it provides reliable voltage regulation and protection for electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Zener Voltage (VZ) | 18 V (+/-5%) |
| Power Dissipation | 500 mW |
| Zener Impedance (ZZT) | 20 Ohm (typical at IZT) |
| Reverse Leakage (IR) | 0.1 uA (at VR = 13.7V) |
| Forward Voltage (VF) | 0.9 V (at IF = 10mA) |
| Operating Temperature | -65C to +150C |
Features
- 18V Zener voltage with 5% tolerance for precise regulation
- 500mW power dissipation in compact SMA surface-mount package
- 20 Ohm typical Zener impedance for stable voltage regulation
- 0.1uA low reverse leakage current at 13.7V for minimal power waste
- SMA (DO-214AC) package for automated pick-and-place assembly
- AEC-Q101 qualified variant available for automotive applications
Applications
- Voltage regulation and reference in power supply circuits
- Overvoltage protection and input clamping
- Signal clipping and voltage limiting in analog circuits
- ESD and surge protection for low-speed I/O lines