DME2829-000

RF Diode Overview

The DME2829-000 is a beam-lead silicon Schottky mixer diode from the Skyworks DMJ series, configured as an N-type medium drive series pair. Designed for X-band applications (8.2 to 12.4 GHz), it features a junction capacitance of 0.15 to 0.30 pF at 0 V and a series resistance of 8 Ω at 5 mA. The device has a breakdown voltage of 3 V at 10 μA and a forward voltage of 325 to 425 mV at 1 mA. It operates within a temperature range of -65°C to +175°C with a maximum continuous power dissipation of 75 mW per junction.

RF Diode Feature Summary

• Beam-lead design facilitates bonding to small low-capacitance junctions
• Statistical Process Control wafer fabrication ensures uniformity
• Low intermodulation distortion characteristics
• Halogen-free construction compliant with applicable legislation

RF Diode Applications

• Microwave Integrated Circuits (MICs)
• Balanced mixers
• Modulators
• High-speed switches

RF Diode Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized distributors or direct manufacturer channels. Confirm RoHS compliance status and check for specific lot traceability requirements before procurement. Ensure handling procedures strictly follow electrostatic discharge precautions due to device sensitivity.

RF Diode Selection Notes

Select this part for X-band balanced mixer designs requiring medium local oscillator drive levels. Compare against single diodes or common cathode pairs based on circuit topology needs. Verify that the 0.15 to 0.30 pF capacitance range aligns with impedance matching network specifications.

RF Diode Part Context

This component belongs to the DME, DMF, and DMJ series of silicon beam-lead Schottky mixer diodes. The series covers S, C, X, Ku, K, and Ka frequency bands. The DME prefix specifically denotes medium drive level devices, distinguishing them from low drive (DMF) and high drive (DMJ) variants within the same package outlines.

RF Diode Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements include other DME series parts like DME2957-000 for X-band or DME2830-000 for Ku-band if frequency ranges differ. Cross-reference outline drawings 504-012 for mechanical compatibility when substituting with other series pair configurations.