Overview
The STPS60L30CW is a dual center tap Schottky rectifier produced by STMicroelectronics. This device is packaged in a TO247 package and is designed for use in low voltage, high frequency applications such as switch mode power supplies, DC to DC converters, inverters, free-wheeling diodes, and polarity protection circuits. It is known for its very small conduction losses, negligible switching losses, extremely fast switching times, and low forward voltage drop, making it an efficient choice for high-frequency operations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VRRM (Repetitive peak reverse voltage) | 30 | V |
| IF(RMS) (RMS forward current) | 50 | A |
| IF(AV) (Average forward current per diode) | 30 A (Tc = 130°C, δ = 0.5) | A |
| IF(AV) (Average forward current per device) | 60 A (Tc = 130°C, δ = 0.5) | A |
| IFSM (Surge non-repetitive forward current) | 600 A (tp = 10 ms, Sinusoidal) | A |
| IRRM (Peak repetitive reverse current) | 2 A (tp = 2 µs, F = 1 kHz square) | A |
| PARM (Repetitive peak avalanche power) | 11000 W (tp = 1µs, Tj = 25°C) | W |
| Tstg (Storage temperature range) | -65 to +150 °C | °C |
| Tj (Maximum operating junction temperature) | 150 °C | °C |
| VF (Forward voltage drop) | 0.38 V (Tj = 25°C, IF = 30 A) | V |
| dV/dt (Critical rate of rise reverse voltage) | 10000 V/µs | V/µs |
| Rth (j-c) (Junction to case thermal resistance) | 0.8 °C/W (per diode), 0.45 °C/W (total) | °C/W |
Key Features
- Very small conduction losses and negligible switching losses.
- Extremely fast switching times.
- Low forward voltage drop.
- Low thermal resistance.
- Avalanche capability specified.
- High frequency operation suitability.
- Dual center tap configuration.
- TO247 package for efficient heat dissipation.
Applications
- Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS).
- High frequency DC to DC converters.
- Low voltage, high frequency inverters.
- Free-wheeling diodes.
- Polarity protection circuits.
Q & A
- What is the repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) of the STPS60L30CW?
The VRRM of the STPS60L30CW is 30 V.
- What is the maximum average forward current (IF(AV)) per diode?
The maximum average forward current per diode is 30 A at Tc = 130°C with a duty cycle δ = 0.5.
- What is the surge non-repetitive forward current (IFSM) of the STPS60L30CW?
The IFSM is 600 A for a pulse duration of 10 ms with a sinusoidal waveform.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) of the STPS60L30CW?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 150 °C.
- What is the forward voltage drop (VF) at 30 A and 25 °C?
The forward voltage drop at 30 A and 25 °C is 0.38 V.
- What are the typical applications of the STPS60L30CW?
The typical applications include switch mode power supplies, high frequency DC to DC converters, low voltage high frequency inverters, free-wheeling diodes, and polarity protection circuits.
- What is the package type of the STPS60L30CW?
The package type is TO247.
- What is the thermal resistance (Rth(j-c)) of the STPS60L30CW?
The junction to case thermal resistance is 0.8 °C/W per diode and 0.45 °C/W total.
- What is the critical rate of rise reverse voltage (dV/dt) of the STPS60L30CW?
The critical rate of rise reverse voltage is 10000 V/µs.
- Is the STPS60L30CW suitable for high-frequency operations?
Yes, the STPS60L30CW is designed for high-frequency operations due to its fast switching times and low forward voltage drop.
