GC4801 – GC4802

Microsemi

Microwave Products

75 Technology Drive, Lowell, MA. 01851, 978-442-5600, Fax: 978-937-3748

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Copyright

 2007

Rev: 2009-02-23

RoHS Compliant

CONTROL DEVICES

Planar Beamlead – PIN Diodes

DESCRIPTION

Hybrid microwave integrated circuit applications utilizing stripline or microstrip

substrates generally require that the active components be of appropriate size

and integrity so that the physical constraints imposed by handling and

bonding and electrical performance demands can be met. The GC4800 series

planar PIN diodes are offered to meet the above MIC demands as well as

conform to established industry norms on minimum expected performance

and geometric format and convention.

The device structure consists of two plated co-planar leads (commonly

referred to as “beams”) extending from the “P” and “N” type contacts

selectively located on the semiconductor substrate. Our application notes

offer an explanation of the device’s operational characteristics and how they

may be useful in specific circuit designs.

Thermal oxide junction passivation is incorporated into the structural design

for electrical permanence (low conductive leakage, stable capacitance and

reverse breakdown voltage).

This series of devices meets RoHS requirements per EU Directive

2002/95/EC.

APPLICATIONS/BENEFITS

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High Speed Switching

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Broadband Performance

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Suitable for Applications through

26 Ghz

APPLICATIONS

The GC4800 series beam lead PIN diodes, with their characteristically low

series resistance, low junction capacitance and low parasitic reactance, are

ideally suited for low power series or shunt switching, limiting, phase shifting,

attenuating and demodulating applications in stripline or microstrip format

through Ku band. The GC4801, with its low series resistance and junction

capacitance, would be a better choice for applications requiring high isolation

circuit design information as well as helpful tips on handling and bonding.

KEY FEATURES



Low Series Resistance



Low Capacitance

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Fast Switching



Electrically Stable Performance

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Sound Device Construction

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Performance through 18 GHz



RoHS Compliant

Rating

Symbol

Value

Unit

Maximum Leakage Current

0.5

uA

Operating Temperature

-55 to +150

ºC

Storage Temperature

-65 to +150

ºC

These devices are ESD sensitive and must be handled using ESD precautions.

For the most current data, consult our website: www.MICROSEMI.com

Specifications are subject to change, consult factory for the latest information.

supplied with a RoHS complaint Gold finish

.