The BB172 is a variable capacitance diode, fabricated in planar technology, and encapsulated in the SOD323 (SC-76) very small SMD plastic package.
The NXP BB172 is a VHF variable capacitance diode fabricated in planar technology and encapsulated in a very small SOD323 (SC-76) SMD plastic package. It is designed for applications requiring excellent linearity and low series resistance, such as Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCO).
| Package | SOD323 (SC-76) plastic surface-mounted package |
|---|---|
| Reverse voltage | 32 V |
| Forward current | 20 mA |
| Storage temperature | -55 to +150 °C |
| Junction temperature | -55 to +125 °C |
| Diode capacitance ratio (1 V to 28 V) | 13.5 to 15 |
The BB172 is primarily used in Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCO).
The marking code for the BB172 is 4K.