Overview
The STP80PF55 is a P-channel Power MOSFET developed by STMicroelectronics, utilizing their unique 'single feature size' strip-based process. This technology results in extremely high packing density, which contributes to low on-resistance, rugged avalanche characteristics, and improved manufacturing reproducibility. The MOSFET is designed to offer high performance and reliability in various power management applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | 
|---|---|---|
| Drain-Source Voltage (VDS) | 55 | V | 
| Gate-Source Voltage (VGS) | ±16 | V | 
| Continuous Drain Current (ID) at TC = 25°C | 80 | A | 
| Continuous Drain Current (ID) at TC = 100°C | 57 | A | 
| Pulsed Drain Current (IDM) | 320 | A | 
| Total Dissipation at TC = 25°C | 300 | W | 
| Derating Factor | 2 | W/°C | 
| Peak Diode Recovery Voltage Slope (dv/dt) | 7 | V/ns | 
| Single Pulse Avalanche Energy (EAS) | 1.4 | J | 
| Operating Junction Temperature (Tj) | -55 to 175 | °C | 
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Case (Rthj-case) | 0.5 | °C/W | 
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient (Rthj-a) | 62.5 | °C/W | 
| Static Drain-Source On Resistance (RDS(on)) | < 0.018 | Ω | 
| Gate Threshold Voltage (VGS(th)) | 2 to 4 | V | 
Key Features
- Extremely high dv/dt capability
 - 100% avalanche tested for robustness
 - Application-oriented characterization for optimized performance
 - High packing density for low on-resistance
 - Rugged avalanche characteristics
 - Less critical alignment steps for improved manufacturing reproducibility
 
Applications
The STP80PF55 is suitable for various switching applications, including but not limited to:
- Power supplies and DC-DC converters
 - Motor control and drive systems
 - High-frequency switching circuits
 - General-purpose power management in industrial and consumer electronics
 
Q & A
-           What is the maximum drain-source voltage (VDS) of the STP80PF55?          
The maximum drain-source voltage (VDS) is 55 V.
 -           What is the continuous drain current (ID) at 25°C for the STP80PF55?          
The continuous drain current (ID) at 25°C is 80 A.
 -           What is the thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) of the STP80PF55?          
The thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) is 0.5 °C/W.
 -           What are the key features of the STP80PF55?          
The key features include extremely high dv/dt capability, 100% avalanche tested, and application-oriented characterization.
 -           In what packages is the STP80PF55 available?          
The STP80PF55 is available in TO-220 and D2PAK packages.
 -           What is the maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) for the STP80PF55?          
The maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) is -55 to 175 °C.
 -           What is the static drain-source on resistance (RDS(on)) of the STP80PF55?          
The static drain-source on resistance (RDS(on)) is less than 0.018 Ω.
 -           What are some typical applications of the STP80PF55?          
Typical applications include switching applications, power supplies, DC-DC converters, motor control, and general-purpose power management.
 -           What is the single pulse avalanche energy (EAS) of the STP80PF55?          
The single pulse avalanche energy (EAS) is 1.4 J.
 -           How does the 'single feature size' strip-based process benefit the STP80PF55?          
The 'single feature size' strip-based process results in high packing density, low on-resistance, rugged avalanche characteristics, and improved manufacturing reproducibility.
 
                    