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IRF520 - STMicroelectronics

Description: MOSFET N-Ch 100 Volt 10 Amp

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IRF520 Details

  • Manufacturer Part Number:

    IRF520

  • Rohs Code:

    Yes

  • Part Life Cycle Code:

    Obsolete

  • Part Package Code:

    TO-220AB

  • Package Description:

    TO-220, 3 PIN

  • Pin Count:

    3

  • ECCN Code:

    EAR99

  • HTS Code:

    8541.29.00.95

  • Manufacturer:

    STMicroelectronics

  • YTEOL:

    0

  • Additional Feature:

    FAST SWITCHING

  • Avalanche Energy Rating (Eas):

    100 mJ

  • Configuration:

    SINGLE WITH BUILT-IN DIODE

  • DS Breakdown Voltage-Min:

    100 V

  • Drain Current-Max (ID):

    10 A

  • Drain-source On Resistance-Max:

    0.27 Ω

  • FET Technology:

    METAL-OXIDE SEMICONDUCTOR

  • Feedback Cap-Max (Crss):

    30 pF

  • JEDEC-95 Code:

    TO-220AB

  • JESD-30 Code:

    R-PSFM-T3

  • JESD-609 Code:

    e3

  • Number of Elements:

    1

  • Number of Terminals:

    3

  • Operating Mode:

    ENHANCEMENT MODE

  • Operating Temperature-Max:

    175 °C

  • Operating Temperature-Min:

    -55 °C

  • Package Body Material:

    PLASTIC/EPOXY

  • Package Shape:

    RECTANGULAR

  • Package Style:

    FLANGE MOUNT

  • Polarity/Channel Type:

    N-CHANNEL

  • Power Dissipation Ambient-Max:

    70 W

  • Power Dissipation-Max (Abs):

    60 W

  • Pulsed Drain Current-Max (IDM):

    40 A

  • Qualification Status:

    Not Qualified

  • Surface Mount:

    NO

  • Terminal Finish:

    Matte Tin (Sn)

  • Terminal Form:

    THROUGH-HOLE

  • Terminal Position:

    SINGLE

  • Transistor Application:

    SWITCHING

  • Transistor Element Material:

    SILICON

  • Turn-off Time-Max (toff):

    50 ns

  • Turn-on Time-Max (ton):

    115 ns

IRF520 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • The maximum voltage that can be applied to the gate of the IRF520 is ±20V, but it's recommended to keep it between 0V and 15V for reliable operation.
  • The power dissipation of the IRF520 can be calculated using the formula: Pd = I²R, where I is the current flowing through the device and R is the on-state resistance (Rds(on)).
  • The maximum current that the IRF520 can handle is 9.2A, but it's recommended to keep it below 5A for reliable operation and to prevent overheating.
  • The gate resistor value depends on the switching frequency and the gate capacitance. A general rule of thumb is to choose a resistor value between 10Ω and 100Ω to ensure reliable switching.
  • No, the IRF520 is a low-side switch, meaning it's designed to switch the low side of a load. Using it as a high-side switch can lead to incorrect operation and potential damage to the device.

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