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M3D088
BBY39
UHF variable capacitance double
diode
Product specification
Supersedes data of November 1993
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Philips Semiconductors Product specification
UHF variable capacitance double diode BBY39
FEATURES
• Excellent linearity
• Small plastic SMD package
• C28: 1.9 pF; ratio: 8.3.
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APPLICATIONS
3
3
• Electronic tuning in UHF television
21
tuners
• VCO.
21
MAM169
DESCRIPTION
The BBY39 is a variable capacitance
double diode with a common cathode,
Marking code: S12.
fabricated in planar technology, and
encapsulated in the SOT23 small
plastic SMD package.
Fig.1 Simplified outline (SOT23), pin configuration and symbol.
LIMITING VALUES
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
30 V
20 mA
+150 °C
+125 °C
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
=25°C; unless otherwise specified.
T
j
SYMBOL PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN. TYP. MAX. UNIT
I
R
r
s
C
d
C
d1V()
-------------------C
d28V()
reverse current VR= 28 V; see Fig.3 −−
= 28 V; Tj=85°C; see Fig.3 −−
V
R
10
200
diode series resistance f = 470 MHz; note 1 −−1.2 Ω
diode capacitance VR= 1 V; f = 1 MHz; see Figs 2 and 4 − 16.5 −
V
= 28 V; f = 1 MHz; see Figs 2 and 4 1.6 − 2
R
capacitance ratio f = 1 MHz 8 −−
nA
nA
pF
pF
Note
is the value at which Cd= 9 pF.
1. V
R
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UHF variable capacitance double diode BBY39
GRAPHICAL DATA
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C
d
(pF)
16
12
8
4
0
−1
f =1 MHz; Tj=25°C.
10110
VR (V)
Fig.2 Diode capacitance as a function of reverse voltage; typical values.
MBE874
2
10
o
T ( C)
j
MLC816
1000
3
10
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I
R
(nA)
2
10
10
50
Fig.3 Reverse current as a function of junction
temperature; maximum values.
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3
10
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TC
d
(K−1)
4
10
5
10
1
10
11010
Fig.4 Temperature coefficient of diode
capacitance as a function of reverse
voltage; typical values.
V (V)
R
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Philips Semiconductors Product specification
UHF variable capacitance double diode BBY39
PACKAGE OUTLINE
3.0
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0.55
0.45
0.150
0.090
2.8
1.9
0.95
21
B
A
M
A
0.2
30
max
0.1
max
max
o
2.5
1.4
max
M0.1 AB
1.2
MBC846
o
10
3
0.48
0.38
TOP VIEW
Dimensions in mm.
10
max
o
1.1
max
Fig.5 SOT23.
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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