Entering HRD5 General Diodes
The following table describes the part parameters required for general diodes when HRD5 is the selected calculation model. The subcategories for general diodes are:
Diode
Microwave Diode
Thyristor
Parameter
Type
Description
Type
Choice List
Not required for the Thyristor subcategory.
The type of device. Choices vary by subcategory.
Quality Level
Choice List
The quality screening level used in the manufacturing of the device. For more information, see HRD5 Quality Levels.
Package Type
Choice List
Not required for the Microwave Diode subcategory.
Indicates how the device is packaged. Choices are:
Fragile
Non-Fragile
Mounting Method
Choice List
Not required for the Microwave Diode subcategory.
Indicates how the device is mounted on the printed circuit board. Choices are:
Through Hole
Surface Mount
Component Lifetime
Choice List
Required only for the Microwave Diode subcategory.
Indicates the lifetime of the device. Choices are:
Greater than Operational Lifetime
Less than or equal to Operational Lifetime
[Temperature Parameters]
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For more information, see Basic Temperature Parameters.
[Derating Parameters]
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For more information, see Derating Parameters.