GC2510 – GC2546
TM
®
POWER GENERATION
Step Recovery Diodes
RoHS Compliant
DESCRIPTION
The GC2500 series step recovery diodes are epitaxial silicon varactors which
provide high output power and efficiencies in harmonic generator
applications. Strict material and process controls result in high reproducibility.
A unique silicon dioxide passivation process assures greater reliability and
low leakage currents at high temperatures.
Diodes are available in various capacitance ranges for each of the 4 voltage
ratings. These diodes represent the lowest transition time (snap time)
available for each voltage rating. Unless otherwise specified, capacitance will
be within the range shown below for each type. A capacitance tolerance of
±10% is available at an additional charge. Diodes can be optimized for
custom electrical or mechanical specifications. Custom parameters for
capacitance, voltage, transition time, series resistance, etc. are available
upon request. All specifications shown above are based on the style 30
package. Many packages options are available, including 150A, 35, 36, 42
and 56. Chip mounted on carriers with gold wire/ribbon leads are also
available. Other package styles are available to meet specific requirements.
Some limitations apply. Contact Microsemi for details.
KEY FEATURES
X2 Through X20 Harmonics
Generation
Excellent Efficiency
High Output Power
RoHS Compliant
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APPLICATIONS
The GC2500 series of step recovery varactors are used as harmonic
generators for all orders of multiplication X2 through X20 for both
narrow and wide bandwidths. Applications include local oscillators,
voltage controlled oscillators, frequency synthesizers, and up
converters. They are also used in comb generators to generate a
broad frequency spectrum and in high speed pulse shaping circuits.
APPLICATIONS/BENEFITS
Harmonics Generation
Local Oscillators
Frequency Synthesizers
Up Converters
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS AT 25º C
(UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED)
Rating
Maximum Leakage Current
@80% of Minimum Rated V
B
Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature
Symbol
I
R
T
STG
T
OP
Value
50
-65 to +150
-55 to +125
Unit
nA
GC2510 – GC2546
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ºC
ºC
IMPORTANT:
For the most current data, consult our website:
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Specifications are subject to change, consult the factory for further information.
These devices are ESD sensitive and must be handled using ESD precautions.
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The GC2500 Series of products are
supplied with a RoHS complaint Gold finish
.
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TM
®
POWER GENERATION
Step Recovery Diodes
RoHS Compliant
CHIP ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS @ 25C (unless otherwise specified)
Model Number
GC2510
GC2511
GC2512
GC2513
GC2514
GC2515
GC2516
GC2520
GC2521
GC2522
GC2523
GC2524
GC2525
GC2526
GC2530
GC2531
GC2532
GC2533
GC2534
GC2535
GC2536
GC2540
GC2541
GC2542
GC2543
GC2544
GC2545
GC2546
1.
2.
3.
4.
I
R
=10μA
V
b
(V)
C
j
(pF)
1
@-6V
T
L
(ns)
2
(Min)
T
T
(ps)
(Typ)
60
60
60
60
60
60
60
70
70
70
70
70
70
70
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
150
150
150
150
150
150
150
@25 mA
R
s
(Ω)
3
(Max)
1.2
1.0
0.7
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.25
1.0
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.25
0.8
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.25
0.2
0.8
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.25
0.2
P
(˚C/W)
1
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(Min)
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
40
40
40
40
40
40
40
(Max)
125
100
100
75
75
60
60
100
75
75
75
75
60
60
75
60
60
60
60
50
50
60
50
50
50
50
40
40
0.2-0.4
0.4-0.6
0.6-0.8
0.8-1.0
1.0-1.4
1.4-2.0
2.0-3.0
0.2-0.4
0.4-0.6
0.6-0.8
0.8-1.0
1.0-1.4
1.4-2.0
2.0-3.0
0.2-0.4
0.4-0.6
0.6-0.8
0.8-1.0
1.0-1.4
1.4-2.0
2.0-3.0
0.2-0.4
0.4-0.6
0.6-0.8
0.8-1.0
1.0-1.4
1.4-2.0
2.0-3.0
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
11
11
11
11
11
11
11
17
17
17
17
17
17
17
21
21
21
21
21
21
21
Notes:
Junction capacitance is measure at 1 MHz.
Carrier lifetime is measure at I
F
= 10mA, I
R
= 6mA .
Series resistance is measure using a transmission loss technique @ 1 GHz.
Thermal resistance is measure using pulsed conditions while measuring forward voltage drop
across the diode mounted in an infinite heat sink.
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TM
®
POWER GENERATION
Step Recovery Diodes
RoHS Compliant
Typical Package Options
PACKAGE STYLE 00
PACKAGE STYLE 17
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Notes:
-
Dimensions vary by model number
-
-
Consult factory for details
Order as GC25xx – 00
PACKAGE STYLE 30
PACKAGE STYLE 42
OTHER PACKAGE STYLES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
CONSULT FACTORY
MECHANICAL
MECHANICAL
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