anode

(1) The p‑type region from which the forward current flows within a semiconductor diode.

NOTE    In Schottky diodes, usually the barrier metal replaces the p‑type semiconductor region and the remaining semiconductor region is n‑type; however, some Schottky diodes have been made with the barrier metal replacing the n‑type semiconductor region, in which case the remaining semiconductor region is p‑type.

(2) A circuit element to which positive bias is applied.

NOTE  For the purpose of JEP154, when the die is the anode the electron flow is the substrate through the solder bump to the die.

References

JESD77C, 10/09
JESD282-B, 4/00
JEP154, 1/08