Superjunction MOSFETs boost ZVS performance

STMicroelectronics has launched an optimised automotive version of its 650V superjunction MOSFETs for zero voltage switching (ZVS).

The STPOWER MDmesh DM9 AG series are aimed at on-board chargers (OBCs) and DC/DC converter applications in both hard- and soft-switching topologies including ZVS. Compared to the previous generation, the latest MDmesh DM9 technology ensures a tighter gate-source threshold voltage that results in sharper switching for lower turn-on and turn-off losses.

In addition, body-diode reverse recovery is improved, using an optimized process that also increases the MOSFETs’ overall ruggedness. The diode’s low reverse-recovery charge (Qrr) and fast recovery time (trr) make the MDmesh DM9 AG series suitable for higher efficiency phase-shift ZVS topologies.

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The family is available in through-hole and surface-mount packages that help designers achieve a compact form factor with high power density and system reliability. The TO-247 LL (long-lead) is a popular through-hole option that eases design-in and leverages proven assembly processes.

Among the surface-mount packages, the H2PAK-2 (2 leads) and H2PAK-7(7 leads) are optimized for bottom-side cooling with thermal substrates or PCBs featuring thermal vias or other enhancement. HU3PAK and ACEPACK SMIT topside-cooled surface-mount packages are also available.

The first device in the new STPOWER MDmesh DM9 AG series is the STH60N099DM9-2AG, a 27A AEC-Q101 qualified N-channel 600V device in H2PAK-2, with 76mΩ typical RDS(on) for ZVS designs. ST will expand the family to provide a full range of devices, covering a broad range of current ratings and RDS(on) from 23mΩ to 150mΩ.

The STH60N099DM9-2AG is available now from the ST eStore, from $4.98.

www.st.com/dm9-superjunction-mosfets

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