Instructions

  1. Understand the Parameters:
    • Nc and Nv: These are the effective density of states in the conduction and valence bands, respectively, given in cm-3 at 300 K.
    • Eg: Bandgap energy, in electron volts (eV), with a temperature dependence formula provided.
    • ND and NA: Donor and acceptor doping concentrations, respectively, in cm-3.
    • μp: Mobility of holes, in cm2/Vs.
    • h, L, z: Physical dimensions of the device (thickness, length, and width) in micrometers (µm).
    • εr: Relative permittivity.
    • T: Temperature in Kelvin.
    • VD(min): Minimum drain voltage in volts (V).
    • Vg Values: Gate voltages in volts (V) that will be used for different simulations.
  2. Input the Parameters:

    Enter the required parameters in the corresponding text fields. You can use the default values provided or adjust them according to your specific simulation needs.

    For gate voltages Vg, multiple values can be entered to simulate the JFET behavior under different gate bias conditions.

  3. Run the Simulation:

    After entering the parameters, click the "Replot" button to generate the graph.

    The graph will display the drain current ID (in mA) versus drain voltage VD (in V) for the various Vg values you've entered.

  4. Select the Material:

    Below the plot area, you have options to select the semiconductor material (Si, Ge, GaAs).

    Click on the desired material to see how the characteristics change based on the material properties.

  5. Interpret the Results:

    The graph shows how the drain current ID changes with respect to the drain voltage VD for different gate voltages Vg.

    As you vary the gate voltage, observe how the curve shifts, representing the typical behavior of an n-channel JFET.

  6. Adjust and Re-Simulate:

    You can adjust any parameter and click "Replot" again to see how the changes affect the JFET's behavior.

  7. Explore Different Conditions:

    Experiment with different temperatures, doping concentrations, and material types to understand the impact of these factors on the device's performance.

By following these steps, you can effectively operate the simulation interface and analyze the behavior of an n-channel JFET under various conditions.

      
ID [mA]
0
-10
-0.060
-0.050

VD [V]

 
Nc = cm-3 @ 300 K
Nv = cm-3 @ 300 K
Eg = eV
ND = cm-3
NA = cm-3
μp = cm2/Vs
h = μm
L = μm
Z = μm
ϵr =
T = K
VD (min) = V
Vg [1] = V
Vg [2] = V
Vg [3] = V
Vg [4] = V
Vg [5] = V
Vg [6] = V

Eg= 1.12 eV; ni= 6.41e+9 cm-3; Vbi= 0.856 V; Ip= -0.000158 A; Vp= -6.84 V.