Transistors - JFETs

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
2N4117A

2N4117A

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

DIE MOSFET N-CH 40V

0

SMMBF4393LT1G

SMMBF4393LT1G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

JFET N-CH 30V 0.225W SOT23-3

21

2SK880-BL(TE85L,F)

2SK880-BL(TE85L,F)

Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation

JFET N-CH 50V 0.1W USM

2946

2SK3796-3-TL-E

2SK3796-3-TL-E

SMALL SIGNAL FET

389000

2N5638RLRAG

2N5638RLRAG

SMALL SIGNAL FET

18000

J112RLRAG

J112RLRAG

SMALL SIGNAL N-CHANNEL MOSFET

0

MMBF4393LT1G

MMBF4393LT1G

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

JFET N-CH 30V 0.225W SOT23-3

402000

2SK880-Y(TE85L,F)

2SK880-Y(TE85L,F)

Toshiba Electronic Devices and Storage Corporation

JFET N-CH 50V 0.1W USM

1

NTE2938

NTE2938

NTE Electronics, Inc.

JFET P-CHANNEL 30V TO-92

715

J106

J106

SMALL SIGNAL FIELD-EFFECT TRANSI

412

TF208TH-5-TL-H

TF208TH-5-TL-H

JFET N-CH 1MA 100MW VTFP

56000

NTE457

NTE457

NTE Electronics, Inc.

JFET-N-CH GEN PURP AMP/SW

421

JANTX2N4091

JANTX2N4091

Microsemi

JFET N-CH 40V 360MW TO-18

115

MPF4393RLRPG

MPF4393RLRPG

JFET N-CH 30V 0.35W TO-92

1760

NTE326

NTE326

NTE Electronics, Inc.

JFET-P-CH GEN PURP AF AMP

584

NTE466

NTE466

NTE Electronics, Inc.

JFET-N-CH CHOPPER/SW

132

PN4091

PN4091

SMALL SIGNAL N-CHANNEL MOSFET

30480

LSK389A TO-71 6L

LSK389A TO-71 6L

Linear Integrated Systems, Inc.

LOW NOISE, MONOLITHIC DUAL, N-CH

6952

2SK3666-3-TB-E

2SK3666-3-TB-E

Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor

JFET N-CH 10MA 200MW 3CP

12536

NTE451

NTE451

NTE Electronics, Inc.

JFET-N-CH UHF/VHF AMP

3175

Transistors - JFETs

1. Overview

Junction Field-Effect Transistors (JFETs) are three-terminal voltage-controlled semiconductor devices that regulate current flow through a conductive channel. As the first type of field-effect transistor, JFETs are characterized by high input impedance, low noise, and excellent analog signal handling capabilities. They play critical roles in modern electronics for signal amplification, switching, and impedance matching applications.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
N-channel JFETHigher electron mobility, faster operationAudio amplifiers, RF mixers
P-channel JFETComplementary to N-channel, lower speedPower switching, analog switches
Dual-gate JFETTwo control gates for improved linearityTV tuners, communication systems
High-frequency JFETOptimized for GHz-range performanceRF amplifiers, microwave circuits

3. Structure and Composition

JFETs consist of a semiconductor channel (typically silicon or GaAs) with source and drain contacts at each end. A reverse-biased p-n junction gate controls the channel width. Key structural elements include: - Channel: Determines current capacity and transconductance - Gate: Forms depletion region to modulate channel conductivity - Metallization layers: Provide low-resistance contacts - Passivation layer: Protects device surface from contamination

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
VGS(off)Gate-source cutoff voltageDetermines operating voltage range
IDSSSaturation drain currentDefines maximum current capability
gmTransconductanceMeasures amplification efficiency
RDS(on)On-state resistanceImpacts power dissipation
fTTransition frequencyLimits high-frequency performance

5. Application Fields

Major industries utilizing JFETs include: - Audio equipment: Guitar amplifiers, microphone preamps - Test & measurement: Oscilloscopes, signal analyzers - Industrial control: Sensor interfaces, process control - Medical devices: ECG machines, diagnostic equipment - Communication systems: RF front-ends, satellite receivers

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
TI (Texas Instruments)J111General-purpose N-channel JFET
ON Semiconductor2N5457High-voltage switching applications
Infineon TechnologiesBF862Low-noise RF amplifier JFET
STMicroelectronicsSTJ105Power JFET for industrial systems

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider the following factors when selecting JFETs: - Application type: Audio (low noise), switching (high IDSS), or RF (high fT) - Operating conditions: Temperature range, voltage requirements - Package type: Through-hole for prototyping vs. surface-mount for mass production - Cost vs performance: Balance between specifications and budget constraints

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends shaping JFET development include: - Development of wide-bandgap JFETs using SiC/GaN for high-power applications - Integration with CMOS technology for mixed-signal systems - Miniaturization for portable electronics - Enhanced radiation-hardened variants for aerospace applications - Growing adoption in bio-sensing and IoT edge devices

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