GC1700A – GC1720
TM
®
CONTROL DEVICES
60 Volt Abrupt Junction Tuning Varactors
RoHS Compliant
DESCRIPTION
The GC1700 series varactors are silicon abrupt junction devices. They offer the
highest Q and lowest series resistance available in a 60 Volt silicon varactor.
KEY FEATURES
Highest Q for 60 Volt Varactors
Lowest R
s
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This series of diodes meets RoHS requirements per EU Directive 2002/95/EC.
The standard terminal finish is gold unless otherwise specified. Consult the
factory if you have special requirements.
Large selection of capacitance
values to chose from
Low phase noise
RoHS Compliant
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APPLICATIONS
The GC1700 series varactors are used for moderate bandwidth tuning. They are
available in values appropriate for VHF through KU band frequencies. These
devices are best used in low phase noise voltage controlled oscillators, low loss
voltage variable filters and phase shifters. Additionally, due to their higher V
B
, they
offer superior, low IMD performance over lower voltage types.
Standard capacitance tolerance is ±10%. Other capacitance values and custom
mechanical configurations are also available. All specifications shown are based on
style 30 package and include 0.18 pF case capacitance. Consult package outline
section of this catalog for other case styles available. Complete electrical and
mechanical data are also provided.
Most or our devices are supplied with
Gold plated terminations. Other
terminal finishes are available on
request. Consult factory for details.
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APPLICATIONS/BENEFITS
VHF to Ku Band Tuning
VVF (Voltage Variable Filters)
Phase Shifters
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS AT 25º C
(UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED)
Rating
Minimum Breakdown Voltage @10 uA
Maximum Leakage Current
@55 Volts
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Thermal Coefficient of Capacitance
@4 Volts
Symbol
V
B
I
R
T
OP
T
STG
T
CC
Value
60
0.02 @ 25 ºC
2.0 @125 ºC
-55 to +125
-65 to +150
300
Unit
V
uA
ºC
ºC
ppm/ ºC
GC1700A – GC1720
IMPORTANT:
For the most current data, consult
MICROSEMI’s
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 use using ESD precautions.
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GC1700A – GC1720
TM
®
CONTROL DEVICES
60 Volt Abrupt Junction Tuning Varactors
RoHS Compliant
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS @ 25º C
Quality Factor
3
Capacitance Ratio
2
C
T -4
(Min)
(Min)
+ / - 10%
Model Number
(Note 2)
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@ -4V
(pF)
GC1700A – 00
GC1700
GC1701
GC1702
GC1703
GC1704
GC1705
GC1706
GC1707
GC1708
GC1709
GC1710
GC1711
GC1712
GC1713
GC1714
GC1715
GC1716
GC1717
GC1718
GC1719
GC1720
0.6
0.8
1.0
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.2
2.7
3.3
3.9
4.7
5.6
6.8
8.2
10.0
12.0
15.0
18.0
22.0
27.0
33.0
39.0
@-4V, 50 MHz
2200
2100
2000
1800
1800
1700
1700
1600
1600
1400
1400
1400
1300
1300
1200
1200
1100
1000
1000
900
800
800
C
T0
/ C
T-60
4.5
4.6
4.8
5.0
5.3
5.5
5.8
5.9
6.0
6.0
6.5
6.5
6.5
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
Notes
1)
2)
3)
When ordering, specify the desired case style suffix to the model. (eg. GC1701 – 30)
Capacitance values include a package capacitance of 0.18 pF. Capacitance is measures at F = 1 MHz.
Q is calculated from:
a.
b.
c.
Q=
1 / 2
fRs
4
Cj
4
Rs is measured using @ 1 GHz using transmission loss techniques.
Capacitances is measured at 1 MHz.
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TM
®
CONTROL DEVICES
60 Volt Abrupt Junction Tuning Varactors
RoHS Compliant
TYPICAL CJ VS REVERSE BIAS
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NOTES
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CHIP DIMENSIONS VARY BY PRODUCT
OTHER PACKAGE STYLES AVAILABLE
ON REQUEST
CONSULT FACTORY FOR DETAILS
STYLE 00
STYLE 30
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RAPHS
G
RAPHS
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