White Paper

PIN Diode Basics

Source: Skyworks Solutions, Inc.
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A PIN diode is essentially a variable resistor. This white paper from Skyworks Solutions provides an introduction to the basic theory of variable resistance in PIN diodes as well as breakdown voltage capacitance. Also reviewed are the various aspects of PIN diodes, including switching considerations, temperature effects on forward resistance, and specifying PIN diodes for various applications.

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