TPM3810B-03

RF Diode Overview

The TPM3810B-03 is an RF PIN limiter diode designed for passive receiver protection in wireless and RF systems. It features a low-distortion design with low insertion loss and effective limiting action. The device operates within a temperature range of -55°C to +150°C. Key electrical specifications include a reverse voltage of 20 V, forward current of 100 mA, series resistance of 2.7 Ω at 100 MHz, and capacitance of 0.36 pF at 0 V and 1 MHz. At 1 GHz, it exhibits 0.9 dB insertion loss at 0 dBm input power, with attenuation reaching 12.6 dB at +30 dBm input power.

RF Diode Feature Summary

• Low-distortion design for consistent performance
• Low insertion loss characteristics
• Effective limiter action for receiver protection

RF Diode Applications

• WLAN systems
• WiMAX infrastructure
• Cellular base stations
• RFID readers
• Test instruments

RF Diode Procurement Notes

Verify the specific package type SOT-23 against the required footprint. Confirm that the 20 V reverse voltage rating meets the system's peak signal requirements. Ensure thermal management supports the specified operating temperature range during continuous operation.

RF Diode Selection Notes

Select this component when a plastic package solution is acceptable for cost-sensitive designs. Compare the 0.9 dB insertion loss against stricter requirements where the DFN1006 variant might be more suitable. Evaluate the 0.36 pF capacitance impact on high-frequency signal integrity.

RF Diode Part Context

This part belongs to the TPM3810B series of RF limiter diodes manufactured by DNMICRON. The series includes variants such as the TPM3810B-16, which utilizes a DFN1006 package. Both share similar electrical characteristics but differ in physical dimensions and packaging style.

RF Diode Replacement Considerations

The datasheet does not list official substitute part numbers. Engineers must independently verify compatibility with existing circuit layouts and electrical parameters before swapping components.