GB/T 4023.3-2026Discrete semiconductor devices - Part 3: Signal, switching and regulator diodes (English PDF)
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Issued by
State Administration for Market Regulation
Level / Type
National · Recommended
Issue date
April 30, 2026
Implementation date
November 1, 2026
Scope
GB/T 4023.3-2026 (Discrete semiconductor devices - Part 3: Signal, switching and regulator diodes) is available as an English-translated PDF.
GB/T 4023.3-2026 — This document specifies the terminology, definitions, and graphic symbols for signal, switch, and regulating diodes, including their basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods.
Legal, reception, and reliability requirements.
This document applies to the research, development, production, and inspection of the following types of diodes. ---Signal diodes (excluding diodes designed for operation frequencies above 100 MHz); ---Switching diodes (excluding high-power rectifier diodes); ---Voltage adjustment diode; ---Voltage reference diode; ---Current regulating diode.
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Document preview — GB/T 4023.3-2026
National Standard of the People's Republic of China
- ICS
- 31.080.10
- Classification
- L 41
- Replacing
- GB/T 6571-1995
Issued by: State Administration for Market Regulation
Contents
- Preface
- Introduction
- 1 Scope
- 2 Normative References
- 3 Terms, Definitions, and Graphic Symbols
- 3.1 Signal and Switching Diodes
- 3.2 Voltage Reference Diode and Voltage Adjustment Diode
- 3.3 Current regulating diode
- 4 Symbols
- 4.1 General Rules
- 4.2 Signal and Switching Diodes
- 4.3 Voltage Reference Diode and Voltage Regulating Diode
- 4.4 Current regulating diode
- 5 Basic ratings and characteristics 6.
- 5.1 General Rules
- 5.2 Signal and Switching Diodes
- 5.3 Voltage Reference Diodes and Voltage Regulating Diodes
- 5.4 Current regulating diode
- 6 Test Method
- 6.1 General Rules
- 6.2 Signal and Switching Diodes
- 6.3 Voltage Reference Diode and Voltage Regulating Diode
- 6.4 Current regulating diode
- 7 Reception and Reliability
- 7.1 Reception Characteristics and Criteria
- 7.2 Durability Test
Foreword
This document complies with the provisions of GB/T 1.1-2020 "Standardization Work Guidelines Part 1: Structure and Drafting Rules of Standardization Documents".
Drafting.
This document is Part 3 of GB/T 4023.GB/T 4023 has the following parts published.
---Semiconductor Discrete Devices Part 1: Specifications (GB/T 4023.1-2026);
---Semiconductor Devices - Discrete Devices and Integrated Circuits - Part 2: Rectifier Diodes (GB/T 4023-2015);
---Discrete Semiconductor Devices Part 4: Microwave Diodes and Transistors (GB/T 4023.4-2026).
This document supersedes GB/T 6571-1995 "Semiconductor devices - Discrete devices - Part 3: Signal (including switching) and regulating diodes".
Compared with GB/T 6571-1995, the main technical changes in the "Guidelines for the Management of Pipeline" are as follows, apart from structural adjustments and editorial modifications.
a) The scope has been changed (see Chapter 1, Section 2 of Chapter I in the 1995 edition);
b) Removed "signal diode", "reverse DC voltage", "reverse average voltage", and "reverse" from the list of signal diodes (including switching diodes).
Peak voltage, average forward current, peak forward current, single pulse energy, recovery charge, reverse recovery time, and forward recovery time.
"Completion time", "differential resistance", "forward DC resistance", "reverse DC resistance", "total current sensitivity", "incremental current sensitivity", "quality" the terminology and definition of "factor (detector diode)" (see Section 1.1, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, Chapter II, 1995 edition) 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.3.2, 2.4.1, 2.4.2, 2.4.3, 2.4.4, 2.4.5, 2.4.6, 2.4.8, 2.4.9, 2.4.10), voltage reference diodes the terms and definitions of "voltage regulation diode," "forward," and "reverse" in voltage regulation diodes (see Chapter II of the 1995 edition) in Section 2, sections 1.2, 1.3, and 1.4, the terms "current regulating diode," "anode," "cathode," and "adjustment range" are used.
The terminology and definitions (see Section 3, Chapter II, 1995 edition, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1.1); added voltage reference diodes and the voltage regulation diode's "operating direction" (see 3.2.2), "adjustment range" (see 3.2.3), "operating current" (see 3.2.4), and "operating voltage" are discussed in section 3.2.2.
The terms and definitions of "voltage" (see 3.2.5), "differential resistance" (see 3.2.6), and "temperature coefficient of operating voltage" (see 3.2.7) have been revised;
"Voltage reference diode" (see 3.2.1, Section 2, Chapter II, 1.1, 1995 edition) and "limiting current" (see 3.3.6, 1995 edition) the definition is found in Section 3, Chapter II, 2.2.2 of the 2008 edition;
c) Removed "Detection Average Output", "Damping", "Recovery, Detection", "Storage", and "Positive Transient" from the signal diode (including switching diode) settings.
Total Voltage, Average Forward Voltage, Total Reverse Transient Voltage, Forward Inrush Current, Average Output Rectified Current, and Inrush Power.
"RF continuous wave power dissipation", "RF pulse power dissipation", "damping factor", "damping resistance", "efficiency", "incremental current sensitivity" the symbols for "total current sensitivity", "single pulse energy", "operating point differential resistance", and "quality factor" (see page II of the 1995 edition).
(Section 1, paragraphs 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, and 3.3.5 of Chapter 1, in the section on voltage reference diodes and voltage regulating diodes, "in operation...") the textual symbols for "reverse DC voltage below the operating voltage range" and "long-term stability of the operating voltage" (see page II of the 1995 edition).
(Section 2, 3.3.1, 3.3.3) The temperature coefficient of the "maximum operating voltage" and "adjusting current (operating current)" in the current regulating diode.
The written symbols for "numbers" (see Section 3.3.2 and 3.3.3 of Chapter II, 1995 edition);
d) Added the symbol for "power detection efficiency" in signal and switching diodes (see 4.2.2.4); changed the symbol for "positive" in signal and switching diodes.
The symbols for "recovery time" and "repeated pulse energy" (see 4.2.2.3, 4.2.2.4, and Section 1, Chapter II, 1995 edition, 3.3.4).
3.3.5);
e) The phrase "at the specified pulse duration and specified duty cycle" has been removed from the ratings of signal diodes (including switching diodes).
The forward peak current (for switching diodes) (see Section 1, Chapter III, 1995 edition, 2.2.5); the voltage reference was removed.
For diodes and voltage regulation diodes, refer to "rated mode" and "recommended temperature" (see Section 2, Chapter III, 1995 edition, pp. 1.1 and 1.2).
The terms "Type," "Semiconductor Material," and "Shape" have been removed from the description of current diodes (see Section 3, Chapter III, 1995 edition, pp. 1, 2, and 3).
The setting includes the current diode's "maximum total power dissipation and derating curve at an ambient temperature or case temperature of 25°C" or "Derating factor" (see 5.4.1), "Maximum reverse voltage/maximum reverse current (where applicable)" (see 5.4.1), "Maximum forward voltage (where applicable)" (Time required) (see 5.4.1)
f) The "operating voltage (pulse method)" test method for voltage reference diodes and voltage regulating diodes has been removed (see the 1995 edition).
Section 2.1.2 of Chapter IV, "Operating Voltage Temperature Coefficient (Pulse Method)" (see Section 2.3.2 of Chapter IV, 1995 edition);
The "reverse recovery time" and "recovery charge" of diodes (including switching diodes) have been merged and changed into a single test method (see [link]).
6.2.5 (Section 1, Chapter IV, 1995 edition, 4.2.2, 4.2.3), "operating" in voltage reference diodes and voltage regulating diodes.
The phrases "Differential resistance within the voltage range (DC method)" and "Differential resistance within the working voltage range (pulse method)" are merged and changed to "Working Voltage Range".
The test method for "differential resistance within the current range" (see 6.3.2, Section 2.1 and 2.2 of Chapter IV, 1995 edition);
g) The condition "characteristics for determining failure upon acceptance after durability testing" in the durability test has been changed to "acceptance characteristics and reception characteristics after durability testing".
The criteria for acceptance (see 7.2, Section 1, Chapter V, 2.5 of the 1995 edition); added the operation of the current regulating diode in the durability test.
Operating conditions and test circuitry for lifespan (see 7.3).
This document is equivalent to IEC 60747-3:2013 Semiconductor devices – Part 3: Discrete devices – Signal, switching and regulating diodes.
The following minimal editorial changes have been made to this document.
---To align with existing standards, the standard name has been changed to "Semiconductor Discrete Devices Part 3: Signal, Switching and Regulation Diodes".
Please note that some content in this document may involve patents. The issuing organization of this document assumes no responsibility for identifying patents.
This document was proposed by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People's Republic of China.
This document is under the jurisdiction of the National Semiconductor Device Standardization Technical Committee (SAC/TC78).
Introduction
Semiconductor discrete devices are common basic products in the electronics industry, serving as the most fundamental units in electronic systems. Their performance and reliability directly affect...
This affects the quality and reliability of engineering projects. GB/T 4023, as a fundamental standard, aims to standardize the parameter system, test methods, and...
The reliability assessment is proposed to consist of nine parts.
---Part 1: Specifications. The purpose is to define the quality of discrete semiconductor devices (excluding optoelectronic devices and discrete device modules).
Guarantee requirements.
---Part 2: Rectifier Diodes. The purpose is to define the terminology, symbolic representation, basic ratings, and characteristics of rectifier diodes.
Product-specific requirements such as testing methods.
---Part 3: Signal, Switch, and Adjustment Diodes. The purpose is to define the terminology, definitions, and diagrams for signal, switch, and adjustment diodes.
Product-specific requirements, such as shape symbols, text symbols, basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods.
---Part 4: Microwave Diodes and Transistors. The purpose is to define the terminology, symbolic representation, and basic principles of microwave diodes and transistors.
Product-specific requirements such as ratings, characteristics, and test methods.
---Part 6: Thyristors. The purpose is to define the terminology, symbol, basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods for thyristors.
Specific requirements for products, etc.
---Part 7: Bipolar Transistors. The purpose is to define the terminology, symbolic representation, and usage of bipolar transistors (excluding microwave transistors).
Product-specific requirements, such as basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods.
---Part 8: Field-Effect Transistors. The purpose is to define the terminology, notation, basic ratings, and characteristics of field-effect transistors.
And product-specific requirements such as testing methods.
---Part 9: Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGB T). The purpose is to define the terminology and wording for the Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGB T).
Product-specific requirements such as symbols, basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods.
---Part 15: Insulated Power Semiconductor Devices. The purpose is to define the terminology, symbolic representation, and basic principles of insulated power semiconductor devices.
Product-specific requirements such as ratings, characteristics, and test methods.
GB/T 4023 (all parts) adopts a combination of independent formulation and adoption of relevant standards for discrete devices in the IEC 60747 series.
This system aims to meet the domestic demand for discrete semiconductor devices in terms of parameter systems, testing methods, and reliability evaluation.
Aligning with international standards. By formulating this document, a basis and important support are provided for the research, development, production, and testing of discrete semiconductor devices.
Semiconductor discrete devices Part 3: Signals, Switches, and Adjustment Diodes
1 Scope
This document specifies the terminology, definitions, and graphic symbols for signal, switch, and regulating diodes, including their basic ratings and characteristics, and test methods.
Legal, reception, and reliability requirements.
This document applies to the research, development, production, and inspection of the following types of diodes.
---Signal diodes (excluding diodes designed for operation frequencies above 100 MHz);
---Switching diodes (excluding high-power rectifier diodes);
---Voltage adjustment diode;
---Voltage reference diode;
---Current regulating diode.
2 Normative references
The contents of the following documents, through normative references within the text, constitute essential provisions of this document. Dated citations are not included.
For references to documents, only the version corresponding to that date applies to this document; for undated references, the latest version (including all amendments) applies.
This document.
GB/T 2900.66-2004 Electrical Engineering Terminology. Semiconductor Devices and Integrated Circuits (IEC 60050-521:2002, IDT) GB/T 14733.7-2008 Telecommunications Terminology. Oscillations, Signals and Related Devices (IEC 60050-702:1992, IDT) GB/T 17573-2026 General rules for semiconductor devices (IEC 60747-1:2006, IDT)
3 Terms, Definitions and Graphic Symbols
The terms and definitions defined in GB/T 2900.66-2004, GB/T 14733.7-2008 and GB/T 17573-2026, as well as the following terms and definitions, shall apply.
Used in this document.
3.1 Signal and Switching Diodes
3.1.1
Vfr
The voltage that appears during the positive recovery time when a zero or reverse voltage is converted to a forward current.
3.1.2
etaV
Under specified circuit conditions, the ratio of DC load voltage to the peak voltage of the sinusoidal input.
3.1.3
etaP
When the diode operates under specified conditions, the change in DC power generated across the load resistor by the AC signal is related to the sinusoidal voltage source.
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Referenced standards
Normative references
GB/T 2900.66-2004 · IEC 60050 · GB/T 14733.7-2008 · IEC 60747
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