Compact Zener Diodes Protect Automotive Electronics

Toshiba Electronics Europe introduces the XCEZ series of surge-protection Zener diodes in SOD-523 packaging to prevent system malfunctions in electronic control units (ECUs) due to electrostatic discharges and switching surges. These AEC-Q101-compliant diodes are ideal for automotive applications like in-vehicle infotainment, ADAS, and battery management systems. Leveraging Toshiba's Zener process, these diodes offer low dynamic resistance for efficient surge current absorption, with models like the XCEZ5V6 featuring a dynamic resistance of 0.16 Ω. The series provides surge protection for long pulse durations and offers Zener voltages ranging from 5.6 to 36 V in a compact package.