GC4410 – GC4495
Microsemi
Microwave Products
75 Technology Drive, Lowell, MA. 01851, 978-442-5600, Fax: 978-937-3748
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DESCRIPTION
The GC4400 series are high voltage, high power (cathode base) PIN diodes. These
high resistivity silicon devices are glass passivated for high stability and reliability
and have been proven by thousands of device hours in high reliability systems.
Each device can withstand storage temperatures from -65°C to +200°C and will
operate over the range from -55°C to +150°C. All devices meet or exceed military
environmental specifications of MIL-PRF-19500.
The GC4400 series will operate typically with +50 mA forward bias. Breakdown
voltages are available up to 750 volts. Consult the factory for higher voltage devices.
APPLICATIONS
The GC4400 series can be used in RF circuits as an on/off element, as a switch, or
as a current controlled resistor in attenuators extending over the frequency range
from UHF through Ku band.
Switch applications include high speed switches (ECM systems), TR or lobing
switches, channel or antenna selection switches (telecommunications), duplexers
(radar) and digital phase shifters (phased arrays).
The GC4400 series can be used in RF circuits as an on/off at moderate RF power
levels.
Attenuator type applications include amplitude modulators, AGC attenuators, power
levelers and level set attenuators.
KEY FEATURES
Available as packaged devices or
as chips for hybrid applications
High power handling
Suitable for application to 18Ghz
Low Loss
Low Distortion
RoHS Compliant1
1 Products are supplied with a Gold finish and are
suitable for RoHS complaint assembly. Consult
factory for details.
APPLICATIONS/BENEFITS
TR Switches
Antenna Selector Switches
Duplexers
Digital Phase Shifters
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS AT 25º C
(UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED)
Rating
Symbol
Value Unit
Leakage Current @80%
Minimum Rated VB
GC441X
GC443X IR 0.5 uA
Leakage Current @80%
Minimum Rated VB GC449X IR 1.0 uA
Operating Temperature TOP -55 to +150 ºC
Storage Temperature TSTG -65 to +200 ºC
IMPORTANT: For the most current data, consult MICROSEMI’s website: Hwww.MICROSEMI.com
Specifications are subject to change, consult the factory for further information.
These devices are ESD sensitive and must be handled using ESD precautions.
GC4410 - GC4495
GC4410 – GC4495
Microsemi
Microwave Products
75 Technology Drive, Lowell, MA. 01851, 978-442-5600, Fax: 978-937-3748
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1. Capacitance is measured at 1 MHz and -50 volts.
2. Resistance is measured using transmission loss techniques using a 30 style package.
3. These devices are not available in all case styles. Please consult the factory for specific package styles offered.
DEVICE NOTES
The tabulated specifications above are for package style 00. Diodes are
also available in various packaged configurations. Some limitations apply.
Consult factory for details.
Each type offers trade offs in series resistance, junction capacitance, carrier
lifetime and breakdown voltage; the proper choice of which depends on the
end application. Reverse polarity diodes (NIP) and faster speed PIN and
NIP diodes are also available. (See data sheets for GC4500, GC4200, and
GC4300 series respectively.)
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS AT 25 ˚C
Model Number
Vb (V)
IR=10uA
(Min)
Cj1 (pF)
VR = 50V
(Max)
Rs 2 (Ω)
IF = 100 mA
F=100 MHz
(Max)
TL (uS)
IR=6 mA
IF=10 mA
(Typ)
P2 (˚C/W)
THERMAL
RESISTANCE
(Max)
GC4410 100 0.10 0.6 0.4 40
GC4411 100 0.25 0.5 0.6 25
GC4412 100 0.50 0.4 0.8 20
GC44133 100 0.75 0.3 1.2 10
GC4430 300 0.10 1.5 0.6 40
GC4431 300 0.25 1.2 1.2 30
GC4432 300 0.50 1.0 1.5 20
GC44333 300 0.75 0.8 2.0 10
GC4490 750 0.10 1.5 1.0 30
GC4491 750 0.25 1.2 2.0 25
GC4492 750 0.50 1.0 3.0 20
GC44933 750 0.75 0.8 5.0 10
GC4494 750 1.30 0.35 6.0 7
GC4495 750 2.50 0.30 7.5 5
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GC4410 – GC4495
Microsemi
Microwave Products
75 Technology Drive, Lowell, MA. 01851, 978-442-5600, Fax: 978-937-3748
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RS VS IF (GC4410-GC4413) RS VS IF (GC4430-GC4433)
RS VS IF (GC4490-GC4493)
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GC4410 – GC4495
Microsemi
Microwave Products
75 Technology Drive, Lowell, MA. 01851, 978-442-5600, Fax: 978-937-3748
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Copyright 2006
Rev: 2009-02-03
RoHS Compliant
PACKAGE STYLE 00 PACKAGE SYLE 30
Notes:
- Dimensions vary by model number
- Consult factory for details
- Order as GC44xx – 00
Notes:
- Order as GC44xx – 30
PACKAGE STYLE 115
Notes:
- Order as GC44xx – 115
OTHER PACKAGE STYLES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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