Radiation-emitting and/or -receiving semiconductor component and method for the patterned application of a contact to a semiconductor body

摘要

A radiation-emitting and/or -receiving semiconductor component comprising a semiconductor body (1), which has an active zone (2) provided for radiation generation or for radiation reception, a lateral main direction of extent and a main area, and also a protective layer (6) arranged on the main area and a contact (5) arranged on the main area, the protective layer (6) being spaced apart from the contact in the lateral direction. A method for the application of a contact to a semiconductor body (1) is also disclosed.