Schottky Diodes in Logic Gates
The Schottky are used in logic gates due to their unique characteristics
- AND Gates: Schottky diodes are used to perform AND operation by connecting the inputs to the anodes of the diodes and the output to the cathode of the diodes.
- OR Gates: Schottky diodes are used to perform OR gate configurations by connecting the cathodes of the diodes and the output is connected to the anode of the diodes
- Inverter Gates: Schottky diodes can be used for inversion of the input signal by connecting the input to the cathode of the diode and the output to the anode.
Schottky Diode
The Schottky diode is popularly known as a hot-carrier diode, low-voltage diode, or Schottky barrier diode. It is a type of diode formed by the junction of a semiconductor with a metal. We know that in a PN junction diode, p-type and n-type semiconductors are joined collectively to form a PN junction. To the contrary, a Schottky diode replaces the p-type semiconductor with metals like aluminium.
Schottky diode has multiple characteristics which makes it a better choice over other diodes in the electronic industry. It displays characteristics like fast switching action and a low forward voltage drop. The symbolic representation of this diode, the construction of this diode, the energy band of the diode and what the V-I characteristic graph of this diode looks like.
Table of Content
- What is Schottky Diode?
- Schottky Diode Construction
- Working Of Schottky Diode
- V-I Characteristic of Schottky Diode
- Schottky Barrier
- Schottky Clamped Transistor
- Schottky Diodes in Logic Gates
- Characteristics of Schottky Diode
- Difference between Schottky and P-N junction Diode
- Applications of Schottky Diode
- Advantages of Schottky Diode
- Disadvantages of Schottky Diode