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BB155
Low-voltage variable capacitance
diode
Product specification
1996 Sep 20

Philips Semiconductors Product specification
Low-voltage variable capacitance diode BB155
FEATURES
• Very low capacitance spread
• Excellent linearity
• Low series resistance
• Very small plastic SMD package.
handbook, 4 columns
ka
MAM130
APPLICATIONS
• Voltage controlled oscillators
Marking code: PE.
Cathode side indicated by a bar.
(VCO), especially in mobile
communication equipment.
Fig.1 Simplified outline (SOD323) and symbol.
DESCRIPTION
LIMITING VALUES
The BB155 is a variable capacitance
diode, fabricated in planar
technology, and encapsulated in the
SOD323 very small plastic SMD
package.
In accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 134).
SYMBOL PARAMETER MIN. MAX. UNIT
V
R
I
F
T
stg
T
j
continuous reverse voltage
continuous forward current −
storage temperature
operating junction temperature
−
−55
−55
10 V
20 mA
+150 °C
+125 °C
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
T
=25°C; unless otherwise specified.
j
SYMBOL PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN. TYP. MAX. UNIT
I
R
r
s
C
d
reverse current VR= 10 V; see Fig.3 −−
= 10 V; Tj=85°C; see Fig.3 −−
V
R
10
200
diode series resistance f = 100 MHz; note 1 − 0.35 0.6 Ω
diode capacitance VR= 0.34 V; f = 1 MHz; see Figs 2 and 4
V
= 2.82 V; f = 1 MHz; see Figs 2 and 4 24.55 − 26.7 pF
R
45.2
−
49.8 pF
nA
nA
Note
is the value at which Cd= 30 pF.
1. V
R
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Low-voltage variable capacitance diode BB155
GRAPHICAL DATA
50
handbook, full pagewidth
C
d
(pF)
40
30
20
10
0
−1
10
f =1 MHz; Tj=25°C.
101
VR (V)
Fig.2 Diode capacitance as a function of reverse voltage; typical values.
MBH582
2
10
o
T ( C)
j
MLC816
3
10
handbook, halfpage
I
R
(nA)
2
10
10
50
Fig.3 Reverse current as a function of junction
temperature; maximum values.
V (V)
R
MBH583
2
3
10
handbook, halfpage
TC
d
(K−1)
4
10
5
10
1000
Tj= 0 to 85°C.
1
10
11010
Fig.4 Temperature coefficient of diode
capacitance as a function of reverse
voltage; typical values.
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Philips Semiconductors Product specification
Low-voltage variable capacitance diode BB155
PACKAGE OUTLINE
handbook, full pagewidth
1.00
0.25
max
0.10
0.40
1.35
0.25
1.15
Dimensions in mm.
The marking bar indicates the cathode.
1.8
1.6
2.7
2.3
Fig.5 SOD323.
0.55
0.40
0.05
max
A
0.2 A
M
MBC672 - 1
DEFINITIONS
Data sheet status
Objective specification This data sheet contains target or goal specifications for product development.
Preliminary specification This data sheet contains preliminary data; supplementary data may be published later.
Product specification This data sheet contains final product specifications.
Limiting values
Limiting values given are in accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 134). Stress above one or
more of the limiting values may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only and operation
of the device at these or at any other conditions above those given in the Characteristics sections of the specification
is not implied. Exposure to limiting values for extended periods may affect device reliability.
Application information
Where application information is given, it is advisory and does not form part of the specification.
LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS
These products are not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of these
products can reasonably be expected to result in personal injury. Philips customers using or selling these products for
use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify Philips for any damages resulting from such
improper use or sale.
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