Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs

Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - Single

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2N7002NXBKR Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 270MA TO236AB	17531
BUK7210-55B,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 55V 75A DPAK	12851
PSMN1R5-30BLEJ Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 120A D2PAK	4880
BUK7M12-40EX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 40V 48A LFPAK33	776
BUK6213-30C,118-NEX Nexperia	PFET, 47A I(D), 30V, 0.029OHM, 1	0
BUK6D385-100EX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 1.4A/3.7A 6DFN	8224
BUK7610-100B,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 75A D2PAK	5694
PMV55ENEAR Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 3.1A TO236AB	0
PMZB320UPEYL Nexperia	MOSFET P-CH 30V 1A DFN1006B-3	2918
BUK9Y113-100E,115 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 12A LFPAK56	1147
PMZ200UNEYL Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 1.4A DFN1006-3	73
PSMN2R7-30PL,127 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 100A TO220AB	234
BUK7M33-60EX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 24A LFPAK33	94
BUK7Y08-40B,115 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 40V 75A LFPAK56	33
BUK962R8-30B,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 75A D2PAK	38
BSH108,215 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 1.9A TO236AB	6161
NX7002BKWX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 270MA SOT323	396
PSMN7R6-100BSEJ Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 75A D2PAK	3582
BSS84AK,215 Nexperia	MOSFET P-CH 50V 180MA TO236AB	136969
BUK7Y53-100B,115 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 24.8A LFPAK56	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