Tunnel Diode Detectors 0.1–18GHz for Microstrip Assemblies
Key Specifications
• Product Type: Tunnel / Back Diode Detector
• Frequency Range: 0.1–18 GHz
• Minimum Sensitivity: 550–1000 mV/mW
• Typical TSS: -48 to -51 dBm
• Maximum Flatness: ±0.3 dB to ±1.5 dB
• Typical VSWR: 1.5:1 to 4:1
• Maximum Input Power: +17 dBm or 50 mW
• Operating Temperature: -54°C to +100°C
• Typical Rise Time: Less than 5 ns
• Package Style: K or Z1
Herotek tunnel (back) diode detectors are designed for broadband RF and microwave signal detection in stripline and microstrip assemblies. Covering frequency options from 0.1 GHz up to 18 GHz, this detector series provides compact drop-in integration, fast pulse detecting capability, low output resistance, and stable broadband response for demanding RF monitoring applications.
With typical rise time of less than 5 ns, low 1/f noise, and excellent temperature stability, these detectors are suitable for radar equipment, transmitter monitoring, RF power monitoring, signal monitoring, and other high-reliability microwave systems.
Typical Applications
• Radar equipment
• Transmitter monitoring
• RF power monitoring
• RF and microwave signal monitoring
• Aerospace and defense RF systems
• High-speed pulse detection circuits
• Broadband microwave test and measurement systems
| Model | Frequency Range | Min. Sensitivity | Typical TSS | Max. Flatness | Typical VSWR | Cap. | Res. | Package |
| DDT002 | 0.1–2.0 GHz | 1000 mV/mW | -51 dBm | ±0.3 dB | 1.5:1 | 150 pF | 250 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DDT004 | 0.1–4.0 GHz | 900 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±0.5 dB | 2:01 | 150 pF | 250 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT0105 | 0.1–0.5 GHz | 1000 mV/mW | -51 dBm | ±0.75 dB | 2:01 | 150 pF | 150 Ω | K |
| DT0110 | 0.1–1.0 GHz | 800 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±0.75 dB | 2:01 | 150 pF | 130 Ω | K |
| DT0520 | 0.5–2.0 GHz | 800 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±0.7 dB | 3:01 | 50 pF | 130 Ω | K |
| DT2060 | 2.0–6.0 GHz | 800 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±0.7 dB | 4:01 | 10 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT2080 | 2.0–8.0 GHz | 750 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±1.0 dB | 4:01 | 10 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT2012 | 2.0–12.0 GHz | 700 mV/mW | -50 dBm | ±1.2 dB | 4:01 | 10 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT6018 | 6.0–18.0 GHz | 600 mV/mW | -49 dBm | ±1.0 dB | 3:01 | 10 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT2018 | 2.0–18.0 GHz | 600 mV/mW | -49 dBm | ±1.5 dB | 4:01 | 10 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |
| DT1018 | 1.0–18.0 GHz | 550 mV/mW | -48 dBm | ±1.5 dB | 4:01 | 20 pF | 130 Ω | K, Z1 |



