Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs

Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - Single

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
STD5N60DM2 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 600V 3.5A DPAK	1916
STP5NK65ZFP STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 650V 4.5A TO220FP	0
STD3NK50Z-1 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 500V 2.3A IPAK	5862
STD12N60DM2AG STMicroelectronics	AUTOMOTIVE-GRADE N-CHANNEL 600 V	1070
STF12N65M5 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 650V 8.5A TO220FP	168
STD7NM60N STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 600V 5A DPAK	5748
STD4LN80K5 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CHANNEL 800V 3A DPAK	1095
STD100NH02LT4 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 24V 60A DPAK	0
STF6N52K3 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 525V 5A TO220FP	0
STW20NM50FD STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 500V 20A TO247-3	721
STP9NK50ZFP STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 500V 7.2A TO220FP	913
STW12NK80Z STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 800V 10.5A TO247-3	572
STP8N120K5 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 1200V 6A TO220	384
STD38NH02LT4 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 24V 38A DPAK	0
STB46N60M6 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 600V 36A D2PAK	0
STD9N65M2 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 650V 5A DPAK	0
STP76NF75 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 75V 80A TO220	0
STP17NK40ZFP STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 400V 15A TO220FP	0
STP8N90K5 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 900V 8A TO220	9
STWA70N60DM6 STMicroelectronics	MOSFET N-CH 600V 62A TO247	0

Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - Single

1. Overview

Field-Effect Transistors (FETs) and Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor FETs (MOSFETs) are voltage-controlled semiconductor devices that regulate current flow through an electric field. As fundamental components in modern electronics, they offer advantages such as high input impedance, low power consumption, and fast switching capabilities. Single discrete FETs/MOSFETs are widely used in power management, signal amplification, and switching applications across industries.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Junction FET (JFET)	Voltage-controlled depletion mode operation, low noise	Low-noise amplifiers, analog switches
Enhancement Mode MOSFET	Normally-off device, requires positive V_GS to conduct	Power supplies, motor drives
Depletion Mode MOSFET	Normally-on device, requires negative V_GS to block	Radio frequency amplifiers, load switches
Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT)	Combines MOSFET input with bipolar output, high current capacity	High-power industrial equipment, electric vehicles

3. Structure and Composition

A typical MOSFET structure includes three terminals: Source, Gate, and Drain. The gate is insulated by a thin layer of silicon dioxide (SiO₂), forming a capacitive control interface. The channel between source and drain is formed in a silicon substrate. Advanced devices use materials like silicon carbide (SiC) or gallium nitride (GaN) for higher performance. Packaging options include TO-220, DPAK, and SOT-23 for different thermal and space requirements.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description and Importance
V_DS (Drain-Source Voltage)	Maximum voltage rating between drain and source; determines breakdown tolerance
I_D (Drain Current)	Maximum continuous current capacity; critical for power handling
R_DS(on)	On-state resistance; impacts conduction losses and efficiency
V_GS(th) (Threshold Voltage)	Voltage required to form channel; determines control signal compatibility
Q_G (Gate Charge)	Charge required for switching; affects switching speed and driver requirements
P_D (Power Dissipation)	Maximum power handling capability; dictates thermal management needs

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Mobile phone chargers, notebook power adapters
Industrial: Motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Automotive: Electric vehicle (EV) battery management systems, HEV inverters
Telecommunications: Base station power amplifiers, optical network transceivers
Renewable Energy: Solar micro-inverters, wind turbine converters

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Texas Instruments	CSD18534Q5A	60V, 4.2m R_DS(on), automotive-grade
STMicroelectronics	STP55NF06	55A, 60V, high-speed switching
Infineon Technologies	IPB041N06N3	0.41 , 600V, TO-220 package
ON Semiconductor	NDS355AN	Depletion mode, 300mA, RF applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:

Voltage and current requirements under operating conditions
Thermal performance (R_DS(on), package thermal resistance)
Switching speed vs. conduction loss trade-off
Gate drive compatibility with control circuitry
Environmental factors (temperature, vibration, humidity)
Cost-performance balance for volume production

8. Industry Trends

Current trends include:

Adoption of wide bandgap materials (SiC, GaN) for higher efficiency
Advanced packaging technologies (double-sided cooling, copper clip)
Integration with gate drivers and protection circuits
Miniaturization through trench and shielded gate structures
Development of automotive-qualified devices for EVs and ADAS