Modeling the temperature-dependent reverse breakdown behavior of GaAs PIN diodes

Abstract

The demands on modern electronics are constantly increasing. In the field of power electronics, the semiconductor material gallium arsenide (GaAs) is gaining more and more popularity. In this work, a first GaAs PIN Diode for 900 V operation is under investigation. With the help of simulations and measurements, the temperature-dependent reverse breakdown behavior is investigated. An analytical model will be presented, which can reproduce this behavior.