SLVAG00
January 2026
BZX84C15V
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Abstract
Trademarks
1
Introduction
2
Zener Operation and Key Parameters
2.1
Operation
2.1.1
Device Operation Under Breakdown
2.2
Key Parameters
3
Zener Diode Manufacturing Process
3.1
Manufacturing
3.1.1
Wafer Fabrication
3.1.2
Complete Manufacturing Flow
3.1.3
Process Control and Capability
4
Why Choose TI Zener Diodes?
5
Selecting the Correct Protection Diode
5.1
Zener Diode
5.2
ESD Diode
5.3
TVS Diode
6
Typical Applications
6.1
Zener Diode
6.1.1
Voltage Regulation
6.1.2
MOSFET Gate Overvoltage Clamping
6.1.3
CAN Bus Overvoltage Protection
6.2
ESD Diode
6.3
TVS Diode
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Summary
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References
Application Note
Zener Diodes Introduction