PIN diode

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf transistor
gptkbp:advantage higher cost
low distortion
better performance at high frequencies
high speed response
more complex fabrication
gptkbp:discoveredIn 1950s
gptkbp:hasComponent gptkb:p-type_semiconductor
n-type semiconductor
intrinsic semiconductor
gptkbp:hasProperty fast switching
low capacitance
high breakdown voltage
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label PIN diode
gptkbp:operates injection of carriers into intrinsic region
gptkbp:relatedTo photodiode
Schottky diode
avalanche diode
gptkbp:symbol standard diode symbol with 'PIN' label
gptkbp:usedFor modulation
optical communication
microwave circuits
current steering
signal limiting
voltage variable resistor
gptkbp:usedIn photodetectors
power electronics
RF switches
attenuators
high-frequency applications
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jun-ichi_Nishizawa
gptkb:Varicap_diode
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8