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A: Typically, they are constructed with PIN diodes. A PIN diode is simply a p-n junction diode that is designed to. have a very small junction capacitance (0.01 to 0.1 pf). A Sort of the opposite of the varactor diode! To see why this is important, recall diode small signal analysis. from your first electronics course.
A diode has two terminals. The positive side is called the anode, and the negative one is called the cathode. The diode circuit symbol, with the anode and cathode marked. Current through a diode can only flow from the anode to the cathode, which would explain why itâs important for a diode to be connected in the correct direction. Physically, every diode should have some sort of indication for either the anode or cathode pin.