Overview
The STS7NF60L is a high-performance N-channel MOSFET produced by STMicroelectronics. This device is part of the STripFET™ II family, known for its advanced single feature size™ strip-based process, which enhances packing density, reduces on-resistance, and improves manufacturing reproducibility. The STS7NF60L is designed to operate at high voltages and currents, making it suitable for a variety of power management applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Type | N-Channel | |
| Maximum Continuous Drain Current | 7.5 A | A |
| Maximum Drain Source Voltage | 60 V | V |
| Package Type | SO-8 | |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | |
| Pin Count | 8 | |
| Maximum Drain Source Resistance | 0.017 Ω @ 10 V, 3.5 A | Ω |
| Channel Mode | Enhancement | |
| Minimum Gate Threshold Voltage | 1 V @ 250 µA | V |
| Maximum Power Dissipation | 2.5 W @ TC = 25°C | W |
| Maximum Gate Source Voltage | ±16 V | V |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 150 °C | °C |
| Typical Gate Charge @ Vgs | 25 nC @ 4.5 V | nC |
| Forward Diode Voltage | 1.2 V | V |
Key Features
- High packing density for low on-resistance
- Rugged avalanche characteristics
- Low threshold drive voltage
- Standard outline for easy automated surface mount assembly
- High maximum continuous drain current of 7.5 A
- Maximum drain source voltage of 60 V
- Low maximum drain source resistance of 0.017 Ω @ 10 V, 3.5 A
- Enhancement mode operation
- Maximum power dissipation of 2.5 W @ TC = 25°C
Applications
- DC Motor Drive
- DC-DC Converters
- Battery Management in Nomadic Equipment
- Power Management in Portable/Desktop PCs
Q & A
- What is the maximum continuous drain current of the STS7NF60L MOSFET?
The maximum continuous drain current is 7.5 A at TC = 25°C.
- What is the maximum drain source voltage of the STS7NF60L?
The maximum drain source voltage is 60 V.
- What is the package type of the STS7NF60L MOSFET?
The package type is SO-8.
- What is the typical on-resistance of the STS7NF60L at 10 V and 3.5 A?
The typical on-resistance is 0.017 Ω at 10 V and 3.5 A.
- What is the maximum gate source voltage for the STS7NF60L?
The maximum gate source voltage is ±16 V.
- What are the typical applications of the STS7NF60L MOSFET?
Typical applications include DC motor drive, DC-DC converters, battery management in nomadic equipment, and power management in portable/desktop PCs.
- What is the maximum operating temperature of the STS7NF60L?
The maximum operating temperature is 150 °C.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the STS7NF60L at TC = 25°C?
The maximum power dissipation is 2.5 W at TC = 25°C.
- What is the typical gate charge of the STS7NF60L at Vgs = 4.5 V?
The typical gate charge is 25 nC at Vgs = 4.5 V.
- What is the forward diode voltage of the STS7NF60L?
The forward diode voltage is 1.2 V.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-to-ambient of the STS7NF60L?
The thermal resistance junction-to-ambient is typically 38 °C/W and maximum 50 °C/W when mounted on a 1 inch^2 FR-4 board).
