Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs

Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - Single

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
BUK6211-75C,118-NEX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 75V 74A DPAK	0
BUK664R4-55C,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 55V 100A D2PAK	0
PSMN041-80YLX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 80V 25A LFPAK56	0
BUK7613-60E,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 58A D2PAK	3107
PMN55ENEAX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 3.6A 6TSOP	7465
BUK7635-55A,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 55V 35A D2PAK	3758
PMPB20XPE,115 Nexperia	MOSFET P-CH 20V 7.2A DFN2020MD-6	0
PMV65UNEAR Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 20V 2.8A TO236AB	0
PMV33UPE,215 Nexperia	MOSFET P-CH 20V 4.4A TO236AB	7804
BUK7E3R5-60E,127 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 60V 120A I2PAK	4500
PMV213SN,215 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 1.9A TO236AB	171872
PMZB950UPEYL Nexperia	MOSFET P-CH 20V 500MA DFN1006B-3	7203
BUK7D25-40EX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 40V 8A DFN2020MD-6	2145
PSMN2R0-30YLE,115 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 30V 100A LFPAK56	1573
BUK6D23-40EX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 40V 8A/19A 6DFN	0
PSMNR90-40YLHX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 40V 300A LFPAK56	427
BUK98150-55/CU135 Nexperia	N-CHANNEL POWER MOSFET	168346
PHB45NQ10T,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 100V 47A D2PAK	4444
PMPB95ENEAX Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 80V 2.8A DFN2020MD-6	326
BUK7277-55A,118 Nexperia	MOSFET N-CH 55V 18A DPAK	9716

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