5082-2800 – Integrated Circuit – Broadcom Limited

RF DIODE SCHOTTKY 70V 250MW

5082-2800 – 70V 15mA Schottky RF Diode – Broadcom Limited
This Broadcom Limited 5082-2800 is a high-reliability Schottky RF diode engineered for precision radio-frequency applications. Though marked obsolete by the manufacturer, this component remains available through PCX for legacy system maintenance, repairs, and specialized designs requiring proven performance. Featuring ultra-low capacitance and an extreme temperature range, it delivers stable signal control in demanding RF environments.

Key Features

Diode Type: Schottky – Single
Peak Reverse Voltage: 70V
Max Forward Current: 15 mA
Ultra-Low Capacitance: 2pF @ 0V, 1MHz
Power Dissipation: 250 mW
Operating Temperature: -65°C to 200°C (TJ)
Package: DO-204AH, DO-35 Axial

Technical Details
This RF diode utilizes a Schottky barrier structure for fast switching and minimal signal loss. Its axial DO-35 package ensures easy integration into through-hole PCB designs. The component’s 2pF capacitance at 0V/1MHz minimizes distortion in high-frequency circuits, while the wide junction temperature range (-65°C to 200°C) supports operation in thermally challenging environments. Base product identification follows Broadcom’s 5082-2 series.

Typical Applications

RF mixers and detectors in communication systems
Signal demodulation circuits
High-frequency switching modules
Microwave and radar system components
Test equipment signal conditioning

About Broadcom Limited
Broadcom Limited is a global technology leader renowned for designing, developing, and supplying semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. With decades of innovation, Broadcom serves critical markets including data center, networking, broadband, wireless, and industrial electronics. Their expertise in RF and analog technologies sets industry benchmarks for performance and integration.

The company maintains rigorous quality control standards across its product portfolio, ensuring components meet exacting specifications for reliability. Broadcom’s RF diodes are trusted by engineers worldwide for signal integrity in high-frequency applications, backed by extensive R&D investment and technical support resources.

About RF Schottky Diodes
RF Schottky diodes are specialized semiconductor devices optimized for high-frequency operation. Their metal-semiconductor junction enables faster switching speeds and lower forward voltage drop compared to standard PN-junction diodes. This makes them indispensable in circuits handling microwave signals, where minimal capacitance and rapid response are critical.

In RF systems, Schottky diodes perform essential functions like signal mixing, detection, and harmonic generation. Their low-noise characteristics preserve signal fidelity in sensitive receivers, while robust thermal performance ensures stability in power applications. Selecting the right RF diode directly impacts circuit efficiency, bandwidth, and overall system reliability.

Packaging
Available in Bulk packaging for prototyping or low-volume production needs.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this diode suitable for microwave detector