Overview
The STW40N60M2 is an N-channel Power MOSFET developed by STMicroelectronics using the advanced MDmesh M2 technology. This device is designed to offer high efficiency and reliability in various power management applications. It features a strip layout and an improved vertical structure, which result in low on-resistance and optimized switching characteristics. The STW40N60M2 is available in the TO-247 package, making it suitable for high-power switching applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Order Code | STW40N60M2 | |
| Package | TO-247 | |
| VDS @ TJmax | 600 V | V |
| RDS(on) max | 0.078 Ω (typ.) / 0.088 Ω (max.) | Ω |
| ID | 34 A | A |
| VGS | ±25 V | V |
| PTOT | 250 W | W |
| Tj | -55 to 150 °C | °C |
| Coss | 117 pF | pF |
| Qg | 57 nC | nC |
| td(on) | 16 ns (typ.) | ns |
| tr | 7 ns (typ.) | ns |
| td(off) | 81 ns (typ.) | ns |
| tf | 9 ns (typ.) | ns |
Key Features
- Extremely low gate charge
- Excellent output capacitance (Coss) profile
- 100% avalanche tested
- Zener-protected
- Low on-resistance and optimized switching characteristics due to MDmesh M2 technology
- Excellent switching performance thanks to the extra driving source pin (for TO247-4 package)
Applications
- Switching applications
- LLC (Inductor-Inductor-Capacitor) converters
- Resonant converters
Q & A
- What is the maximum drain-source voltage (VDS) of the STW40N60M2?
The maximum drain-source voltage (VDS) is 600 V.
- What is the maximum continuous drain current (ID) at 25°C?
The maximum continuous drain current (ID) at 25°C is 34 A.
- What is the typical on-resistance (RDS(on)) of the STW40N60M2?
The typical on-resistance (RDS(on)) is 0.078 Ω, with a maximum of 0.088 Ω.
- What is the maximum gate-source voltage (VGS)?
The maximum gate-source voltage (VGS) is ±25 V.
- What are the key features of the MDmesh M2 technology used in the STW40N60M2?
The MDmesh M2 technology provides extremely low gate charge, excellent output capacitance (Coss) profile, 100% avalanche testing, and Zener protection.
- What are the typical switching times for the STW40N60M2?
The typical turn-on delay time (td(on)) is 16 ns, rise time (tr) is 7 ns, turn-off delay time (td(off)) is 81 ns, and fall time (tf) is 9 ns.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) for the TO-247 package?
The thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) for the TO-247 package is 0.50 °C/W.
- What are the common applications of the STW40N60M2?
The STW40N60M2 is commonly used in switching applications, LLC converters, and resonant converters.
- What is the maximum junction temperature (Tj) for the STW40N60M2?
The maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 150 °C.
- What is the maximum power dissipation (PTOT) of the STW40N60M2?
The maximum power dissipation (PTOT) is 250 W.
