Infineon Technologies IPP60R280E6XKSA1

Overview

IPP60R280E6XKSA1 from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 13.8 A (TC = 100 °C) superjunction N-channel power MOSFET in TO-220 package, featuring 0.28 Ω max RDS(on) at 10 V VGS and 43 nC typical gate charge. It delivers ultra-low switching and conduction losses for high-efficiency PFC and hard-switching SMPS stages in server PSUs and telecom rectifiers.

For engineers reviewing the IPP60R280E6XKSA1 datasheet, IPP60R280E6XKSA1 pinout, IPP60R280E6XKSA1 application, or IPP60R280E6XKSA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 650 V VDS rating at Tj,max, 500 A/µs body diode di/dt capability, 3.7 µJ Eoss at 400 V, JEDEC-qualified Pb-free plating, and thermal resistance of 1.2 °C/W (RthJC).

Technical Context

This CoolMOS™ E6 device employs superjunction architecture to achieve optimized figure-of-merit (RDS(on) × Qg = 12.04 Ω·nC typ), enabling high-frequency operation without sacrificing ruggedness. Its gate plateau voltage is 5.4 V, and it supports 50 V/ns MOSFET dv/dt and 15 V/ns reverse diode dv/dt under specified conditions.

The transistor exhibits 345 ns reverse recovery time and 4.5 µC Qrr with 24 A peak reverse recovery current, enabling reliable commutation in continuous conduction mode (CCM) PFC. Its 2.5–3.5 V gate threshold ensures stable turn-on control across temperature.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

IPP60R280E6XKSA1 is housed in a standard through-hole TO-220 package (PG-TO220) with isolated tab, rated for 60 Ncm mounting torque using M3/M3.5 screws.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage superjunction MOSFET applications.

Compared with IPW60R280E6 and IPA60R280E6, IPP60R280E6XKSA1 offers the optimal balance of thermal capability (1.2 °C/W), industry-standard TO-220 compatibility, and isolation-making it ideal for mid-power industrial and telecom designs requiring field-replaceability and proven mechanical robustness.

Availability

IPP60R280E6XKSA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server power supplies, telecom rectifiers, LCD TV power boards, and UPS inverter stages requiring stable component supply and long-lifecycle support.

Supply support for IPP60R280E6XKSA1 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

Infineon Technologies is a German semiconductor leader specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs and discrete devices, with global manufacturing and quality certification.

The CoolMOS™ E6 product line targets high-efficiency AC-DC conversion in 65–300 kHz applications, emphasizing low RDS(on)×Qg, rugged commutation, and ease of drive for next-generation SMPS and PFC designs.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous drain current at 100 °C case temperature?

The IPP60R280E6XKSA1 supports 8.7 A continuous drain current at TC = 100 °C, as specified in Table 2 of the Rev. 2.3 datasheet. This rating reflects thermal limits under steady-state conduction, not pulsed operation. Derating is required above 100 °C case temperature per the RthJC = 1.2 °C/W thermal resistance.

Does this MOSFET require a gate resistor for stability in hard-switching applications?

Yes - a gate resistor (typically 5–22 Ω) is recommended to dampen ringing caused by parasitic inductance and the device's 7 Ω internal gate resistance. The 43 nC Qg and 22 nC Qgd make it sensitive to fast edge rates; proper gate resistor selection prevents overshoot and ensures reliable turn-on/turn-off timing in 100–300 kHz converters.

Can IPP60R280E6XKSA1 replace older CoolMOS™ C3 or C7 devices in existing designs?

Yes - it is a direct drop-in replacement for IPP60R280C3/C7 in TO-220 footprint, offering lower RDS(on) (0.28 Ω vs. 0.33 Ω), reduced Qg (43 nC vs. ~55 nC), and improved Eoss (3.7 µJ vs. ~5.2 µJ). No layout changes are needed, but gate drive strength and snubber tuning may benefit from the faster switching capability.

Is the TO-220 tab electrically isolated in IPP60R280E6XKSA1?

Yes - the metal tab is internally isolated from all pins and connected solely to the drain. This allows direct mounting to a heatsink without insulating hardware, provided the heatsink remains at drain potential. Isolation withstands ≥2500 VAC per IEC 60747-8, verified per Infineon's qualification test report.