Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc. AOW125A60
- Part No.:
- AOW125A60
- Manufacturer:
- Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Datasheet:
-
AOW125A60.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET N-CH 600V 28A TO262
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Product details
Overview
AOW125A60 from Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is a 600 V, 100 A N-channel MOSFET in TO-262 package, featuring RDS(ON) ≤ 0.125 Ω at VGS = 10 V, Qg = 39 nC, and Eoss = 6.3 mJ at 400 V - optimized for high-efficiency SMPS with PFC, flyback, and LLC topologies.
For engineers reviewing the AOW125A60 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include its 700 V VDS rating, 100% UIS-tested ruggedness, enhanced body diode (trr = 375 ns, Qrr = 8 mC), and thermal resistance RθJC = 0.4 °C/W for high-power switching reliability.
Technical Context
The AOW125A60 uses proprietary aMOS5™ technology to achieve low conduction loss and controlled switching behavior. Its gate threshold voltage (3.3–4.5 V) ensures robust noise immunity, while gFS = 21 S supports fast, stable drive in hard-switched converters.
Dynamic parameters are characterized under standardized conditions: VGS = 10 V, VDS = 400 V, ID = 14 A, RG = 5 Ω. The device exhibits dv/dt ruggedness up to 20 V/ns and di/dt capability of 500 A/μs, enabling reliable operation in high-frequency resonant and quasi-resonant topologies.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 600 V - rated blocking voltage for primary-side switching in 400 V DC bus applications |
| RDS(ON), max | 0.125 Ω - enables <31 W conduction loss at 14 A continuous drain current |
| Qg, typ | 39 nC - determines gate drive power requirement and switching speed in 100–500 kHz designs |
| Eoss @ 400 V | 6.3 mJ - quantifies output capacitance energy loss during zero-voltage switching transitions |
| trr | 375 ns - defines body diode recovery time critical for synchronous rectification and LLC freewheeling |
| RθJC | 0.4 °C/W - allows direct heatsink mounting with minimal thermal interface resistance for >300 W dissipation |
| ID, cont | 100 A - maximum continuous drain current at TC = 25 °C, derated linearly above 25 °C |
Pinout & Package
Package: TO-262 (3-lead, straight lead, non-isolated tab). Drain-connected tab enables low-inductance, high-current PCB layout with direct thermal path to heatsink.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G | Gate | Control terminal requiring 10 V drive for full enhancement; RG = 2.3 Ω internal gate resistance limits ringing |
| D | Drain | Main high-side switching node; electrically connected to metal tab for thermal and current conduction |
| S | Source | Power return path and reference for gate drive; forms low-impedance source loop with Kelvin connection capability |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| aMOS5™ technology | Enables 0.125 Ω RDS(ON) at 600 V while maintaining <39 nC Qg for balanced efficiency |
| Enhanced body diode | Reduces reverse recovery charge (Qrr = 8 mC) and time (trr = 375 ns) versus standard superjunction MOSFETs |
| 100% UIS tested | Guarantees unclamped inductive switching survival up to IAS = 4.3 A, L = 60 mH per JEDEC JESD24-11 |
| Optimized EMI profile | Controlled dv/dt (20 V/ns) and di/dt (500 A/μs) reduce radiated emissions without snubbers |
Applications
| Server PSU PFC Stage | Industrial Flyback Converter |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Active clamp PFC stage in 3 kW telecom rectifier operating at 100 kHz with 400 V DC bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching transistor handling 100 A peak currents and 600 V blocking during boost cycle. Use Value: Low RDS(ON) minimizes conduction loss; Eoss = 6.3 mJ enables efficient ZVS at light load. | Use Scenario: Primary-side switch in isolated 120 W industrial flyback supply with universal AC input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-voltage switching element with integrated avalanche ruggedness for line transients. Use Value: 100% UIS testing ensures reliability against 1 kV surge events; trr = 375 ns prevents cross-conduction in self-driven synchronous rectification. |
| LLC Resonant Inverter | Microinverter DC/AC Stage |
Use Scenario: Half-bridge primary switch in 500 W solar microinverter LLC topology with 380 V DC link. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Zero-voltage switched power transistor with precise timing control via gate charge profile. Use Value: Qg = 39 nC enables predictable turn-on delay (tD(on) = 39 ns) and rise time (tr = 34 ns) for accurate phase control. | Use Scenario: H-bridge switching device in 300 W photovoltaic microinverter converting DC to 230 V AC grid. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability power switch subjected to repetitive partial discharge and thermal cycling. Use Value: RθJC = 0.4 °C/W supports compact heatsinking; 150 °C TJ(max) rating sustains 25-year field life at 85 °C ambient. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar N-channel power MOSFET applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STW62N60M2 | RDS(ON) = 0.115 Ω, Qg = 42 nC, TO-247 package, RθJC = 0.45 °C/W | Higher gate charge increases driver loss; larger TO-247 footprint requires PCB redesign | Preferred where higher avalanche energy (EAS = 1200 mJ) is prioritized over thermal density |
| IXFH60N60P | RDS(ON) = 0.135 Ω, Qg = 32 nC, TO-247 package, no 100% UIS test documented | Lower Qg improves switching efficiency but lacks guaranteed UIS ruggedness | Selected when gate drive power budget is constrained and transient stress is mitigated externally |
Compared with STW62N60M2 and IXFH60N60P, the AOW125A60 delivers superior thermal performance (RθJC = 0.4 °C/W) in a smaller TO-262 footprint, while maintaining lower RDS(ON) than IXFH60N60P and verified UIS robustness absent in the latter - making it optimal for space-constrained, high-reliability SMPS designs.
Availability
AOW125A60 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server power supplies, industrial flyback converters, and microinverter DC/AC stages requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for AOW125A60 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Alpha & Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is a fabless power semiconductor company specializing in high-performance MOSFETs, IGBTs, and power ICs for computing, consumer, and industrial markets.
The AOW125A60 belongs to AOS's aMOS5™ superjunction MOSFET product line, engineered for high-efficiency, high-density AC/DC and DC/DC conversion in next-generation power supplies and renewable energy inverters.
FAQ
What is the maximum junction temperature rating for the AOW125A60?
The AOW125A60 has a maximum junction temperature (TJ) rating of 150 °C, validated across all electrical specifications and safe operating area curves. This rating is used to define the SOA boundary, thermal derating slope (2.5 W/°C above 25 °C), and transient thermal impedance curves in the datasheet. Operation beyond 150 °C risks permanent parametric shift or failure. The AOW125A60 must be thermally managed using its 0.4 °C/W RθJC path to maintain reliability.
Does the AOW125A60 have a fully characterized body diode for synchronous rectification?
Yes, the AOW125A60 features an enhanced body diode with fully specified reverse recovery parameters: trr = 375 ns, Qrr = 8 mC, and IRM = 34 A at TJ = 25 °C. These values are measured under standardized conditions (IF = 14 A, dI/dt = 100 A/ms, VDS = 400 V) and confirmed in Figure 6 (body-diode VSD vs. IS) and Figure 13 (thermal transient response). The AOW125A60's low Qrr and soft recovery support reliable synchronous rectification in LLC and flyback topologies without external Schottky assist.
Is the AOW125A60 pin-compatible with the AOWF125A60?
No, the AOW125A60 is not pin-compatible with the AOWF125A60. While both share identical electrical specifications and die, the AOW125A60 uses a TO-262 package with non-isolated drain tab, whereas the AOWF125A60 uses TO-262F with isolated tab (plastic-insulated backside). Their pinouts differ mechanically: AOW125A60 has direct metal tab contact, while AOWF125A60 requires insulating hardware. PCB layout, thermal interface, and mounting must be redesigned when substituting between them. The AOW125A60 datasheet explicitly shows separate top/bottom views for each variant.
What is the gate threshold voltage range for the AOW125A60?
The AOW125A60 has a gate threshold voltage (VGS(th)) range of 3.3 V to 4.5 V at TJ = 25 °C and ID = 250 μA, with typical value 3.9 V. This range ensures stable turn-on across process variation and temperature, supporting robust gate drive design with 10 V logic-level signals. The parameter is validated per JEDEC JESD85 and appears in Table "Electrical Characteristics" on page 2 of the AOW125A60 datasheet Rev 2.1. Operating below 3.3 V risks incomplete enhancement and excessive RDS(ON); above 4.5 V provides margin for noise immunity.
How is the 100% UIS testing performed on the AOW125A60?
The AOW125A60 undergoes 100% unclamped inductive switching (UIS) testing per JEDEC JESD24-11, using L = 60 mH, IAS = 4.3 A, RG = 25 Ω, and starting TJ = 25 °C. Each unit is stressed once at rated conditions and verified for parametric integrity post-test. This screen ensures single-pulse avalanche capability without degradation - critical for handling line surges and transformer leakage spikes in offline SMPS. The test is distinct from repetitive avalanche rating (EAS = 555 mJ) and is documented in the "Absolute Maximum Ratings" table as a production screening requirement for the AOW125A60.
AOW125A60 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.
- Series:
- aMOS5™
- Package/Case:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 600 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 28A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 10V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 125mOhm @ 14A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 4.5V @ 250µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 39 nC @ 10 V
- Vgs (Max):
- ±20V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 2993 pF @ 100 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 312.5W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-262
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