The CMPZ5246B is a Zener diode manufactured by CENTRAL SEMICONDUCTOR. Supreme Components International is an authorised distributor of CENTRAL SEMICONDUCTOR components. This single Zener diode is designed for surface mount technology (SMT) and comes in a compact SOD-323 package. It has a Zener voltage of 16V with a tight tolerance of ±5%. With a power dissipation of 500mW, the CMPZ5246B is suitable for a variety of voltage regulation, voltage reference, and transient voltage suppression applications. Its small size and reliable performance make it a popular choice for modern electronic designs. This diode provides stable voltage characteristics and is ideal for protecting sensitive circuits from overvoltage conditions.