Schottky diode
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The Schottky diode, also known as Schottky barrier diode or hot-carrier diode, is a semiconductor diode formed by the junction of a semiconductor with a metal. It has a low forward voltage drop and a
Various Schottky-barrier diodes: Small-signal RF devices (left), medium- and high-power Schottky rectifying diodes (middle and right)
1N5822 Schottky diode with cut-open packaging. The semiconductor in the center makes a Schottky barrier against one metal electrode (providing rectifying action) and an ohmic contact with the other electrode.
HP 5082-2800 Schottky barrier diode for general purpose applications
SS14 Schottky diode in a DO-214AC (SMA) package (surface mount version of 1N5819)