Title :
Monolithic bipolar diodes and their models
Author :
Rucker, Lucien M.
Author_Institution :
Analogy Inc., Beaverton, OR, USA
fDate :
3/1/1991 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The AC performance of the diode-connected, bipolar junction transistor (BJT) is examined. The discussion covers the BJT´s most common connection, its small-signal behavior, and the current repeater that uses the diode as an input device. Looking at the AC behavior reveals the strengths and weaknesses of various models and simulators, primarily SPICE. It is shown that these common circuits are classic cases where models can fail.<>
Keywords :
bipolar integrated circuits; bipolar transistors; circuit CAD; digital simulation; semiconductor device models; AC performance; SPICE; bipolar junction transistor; current repeater; models; simulators; small-signal behavior; Bandwidth; Capacitance; Diodes; Equations; Equivalent circuits; Frequency; Impedance; Poles and zeros; Repeaters; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Circuits and Devices Magazine, IEEE
