Vishay BZT55B
BZT55B variants from Vishay
BZT55B Overview
What changes between part numbers, and what to check before you lock the BOM — Zener Diodes.
Key Features
- Lifecycle mix: ActiveConfirm lifecycle on the exact MPN, not just the base number prefix.
- 2 distinct suffix patternsExamples: 11-GS08, 5V1-GS08. Decode suffix meaning in the ordering notes under the variant table.
Target Applications
- Zener Diodes — design-in and field replacement
- BOM scrub where only the base prefix is known but suffix is TBD
- Second-source checks when the original MPN is constrained
Ordering Variants
Compare 2 BZT55B part numbers by package, electrical parameters, lifecycle, and availability. Use RFQ for stock and lead-time confirmation.
| Part Number | Description | Manufacturer | Lifecycle | RoHS | Availability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BZT55B11-GS08 | Zener Diodes 11 Volt 0.5W 2% | Vishay | Active | Compliant | In Stock | |
| BZT55B5V1-GS08 | Zener Diodes 5.1 Volt 0.5W 2% | Vishay | Active | Compliant | In Stock |
Ordering Code Differences
How suffixes on BZT55B map to package, grade, and reel options.
How to Choose the Right BZT55B Zener Diodes
Match the footprint first
Pull the exact package drawing for your MPN — base-number swaps fail most often at the footprint, not the schematic.
Electrical headroom
Compare voltage and current columns in the variant table. For BZT55B, a suffix with lower voltage or current rating will not survive the same circuit without recalculation.
Temp grade letter matters
Commercial (0–70 °C) and industrial (−40–85 °C+) suffixes look similar in the prefix — confirm ambient + self-heating, not just the first page of the datasheet.
Copy the full MPN
Do not BOM only "BZT55B" — include the full suffix (e.g. 11-GS08, 5V1-GS08). RFQ with reel/tube preference and required date code.
Technical Specifications
Core parameters for BZT55B product family
Identity
Variant Parameters
Source BZT55B with Octatronics
Request stock confirmation, lead time, date code, and pricing for all 2 ordering variants from Vishay. Our team supports active, EOL, and hard-to-find component sourcing.
- Original manufacturer parts with traceability options
- BOM upload and multi-line RFQ support
- Package, grade, and compliance verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Common technical questions about the BZT55B product family.