What is a silicon photodiode, including its basic structure, characteristics, working principles, applications, testing methods, installation and usage, as well as its development history 4

4. Usage: When using photodiodes, attention should be paid to lighting conditions and operating current. Select appropriate light intensity and current value according to specific application requirements to achieve ideal photoelectric conversion effect. diode

5. Testing: After installation and use, the photodiode can be tested using appropriate testing equipment to check if its output current or voltage meets the requirements.diode

7、 Development history:

Silicon photodiode is a photoelectric conversion device based on silicon materials, which can convert light energy into electrical energy. Its development process can be traced back to the 1950s. diode

In the early 1950s, the application of silicon photodiodes was limited due to the low photoelectric conversion efficiency of silicon materials. However, with the development of semiconductor technology, the preparation process of silicon materials has gradually improved, and the performance of silicon photodiodes has also been improved. diode

In 1962, American physicists Eugene W. Mueller and Glenn H. Wright first achieved the detection of silicon photodiodes in the frequency band of 1.1 THz. diode