Infineon Technologies IRF6636TRPBF
- Part No.:
- IRF6636TRPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- DirectFET™ Isometric ST
- Datasheet:
-
IRF6636TRPBF.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET N-CH 20V 18A DIRECTFET
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Product details
Overview
IRF6636TRPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 20V N-channel DirectFET™ Power MOSFET optimized for high-frequency synchronous buck converters in CPU core power delivery. It delivers 3.2 mΩ RDS(on) at VGS = 10 V, 18 nC total gate charge, and 0.7 mm profile with dual-sided cooling capability. Its low conduction and switching losses make it ideal for 12 V input DC-DC converters powering modern processors.
For engineers reviewing the IRF6636TRPBF datasheet, IRF6636TRPBF pinout, IRF6636TRPBF application, or IRF6636TRPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include RDS(on) @ 4.5 V (4.6 mΩ), Qgd/Qgs2 ratio (6.1 nC / 1.9 nC), thermal resistance RθJC (3.0 °C/W), avalanche energy rating (100 mJ), and compatibility with vapor-phase reflow per AN-1035.
Technical Context
This MOSFET employs HEXFET® silicon in a DirectFET ST-outline package-metal-can structure with top-side drain and bottom-side source/gate terminals. Its gate threshold voltage (1.55–2.45 V) enables robust 4.5 V drive in synchronous rectification, while ultra-low package inductance minimizes voltage overshoot during hard switching.
The device features a rated 14 A continuous drain current at TA = 70 °C, 28 A pulsed current, and 140 mJ single-pulse avalanche energy (IAS = 14 A). Its Ciss/Coss/Crss values (2420 pF / 780 pF / 360 pF at VDS = 10 V) support precise loss modeling in high-dV/dt environments typical of multiphase VRMs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 20 V maximum - supports 12 V bus operation with margin against transient overvoltage |
| RDS(on) | 3.2 mΩ @ 10 V - enables <1 W conduction loss at 18 A in control FET position |
| Qg | 18 nC - balances gate drive strength and switching speed for 500 kHz–1 MHz operation |
| Qgd | 6.1 nC - determines Miller plateau duration and dV/dt immunity in hard-switched topologies |
| RθJC | 3.0 °C/W - allows >40 W power dissipation with minimal case-to-heatsink thermal interface resistance |
| VGS(th) | 1.55–2.45 V - ensures reliable turn-on with standard 3.3 V or 5 V gate drivers |
| Qrr | 7.3 nC - reduces body diode recovery loss and EMI in synchronous rectifier applications |
Pinout & Package
IRF6636TRPBF uses the DirectFET ST-outline package: metal-can, top-side drain (D), bottom-side source (S) and gate (G) terminals. Dimensions: 4.8 × 3.8 × 0.7 mm (L × W × H), RoHS-compliant lead-free finish qualified to 260 °C reflow.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Top Metal Surface | Drain (D) | Primary heat path and high-current output node; electrically connected to PCB copper pour for dual-sided cooling |
| Bottom Left Pad | Source (S) | Low-inductance return path for high di/dt currents; soldered directly to ground plane |
| Bottom Right Pad | Gate (G) | Control input with low parasitic inductance; requires localized gate resistor placement to suppress ringing |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| DirectFET ST package | 0.7 mm height enables ultra-thin VRM designs and dual-sided thermal management |
| Low Qgd/Qg ratio | 34% - improves controllability during Miller region and reduces shoot-through risk |
| High Cdv/dt immunity | Rated for >50 V/ns - maintains stable operation under fast transient load steps in CPU power stages |
| Body diode trr | 16–24 ns - enables efficient synchronous rectification without external Schottky replacement |
| Thermal resistance RθJ-PCB | 1.0 °C/W - achieves >70% lower junction-to-PCB thermal impedance vs. SO-8 equivalents |
Applications
| Server CPU Voltage Regulator Modules | GPU Core Power Delivery |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Multiphase buck converter supplying 0.8–1.2 V @ up to 300 A to high-performance Xeon or EPYC processors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control FET in high-side position, switching at 500 kHz–1 MHz with precise dead-time control. Use Value: 3.2 mΩ RDS(on) and 18 nC Qg minimize combined conduction and switching losses, improving full-load efficiency by ≥0.8% vs. legacy SO-8 MOSFETs. | Use Scenario: Compact 6–12 phase VRM on graphics card PCB delivering 0.9–1.3 V @ 200+ A to discrete GPU die. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Synchronous rectifier FET in low-side position, leveraging fast body diode recovery (trr = 16 ns). Use Value: Dual-sided cooling and 1.0 °C/W RθJ-PCB enable 40% higher power density without thermal throttling under sustained gaming loads. |
| AI Accelerator Board Power Stages | High-Density Telecom DC-DC Modules |
Use Scenario: 48 V–12 V intermediate bus converter feeding multiple point-of-load regulators on AI training hardware. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary switch in active-clamp forward or LLC resonant topology operating at 300–600 kHz. Use Value: 140 mJ EAS and 28 A IDM withstand repetitive inductive stress from rapid AI workload transitions. | Use Scenario: 12 V–3.3 V/5 V isolated DC-DC module for 5G baseband units requiring high reliability and compact footprint. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secondary-side synchronous rectifier in forward converter, driven by transformer-coupled gate signal. Use Value: 4.6 mΩ RDS(on) @ 4.5 V ensures full regulation down to light loads without gate-boost circuitry. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRF6622TRPBF | Higher RDS(on) (4.0 mΩ @ 10 V), same Qg (18 nC), identical ST package | Suitable where thermal margin exists but cost sensitivity is higher | Select when system derating allows 0.8 mΩ higher conduction loss for procurement flexibility |
| SiR626DP-T1-GE3 | Lower RDS(on) (2.7 mΩ @ 10 V), higher Qg (24 nC), PowerPAK® 1212-8 package | Requires PCB redesign due to different footprint and thermal interface | Choose only if board layout permits larger 3.2 × 3.2 mm footprint and higher gate drive capability is available |
Compared with IRF6636TRPBF, IRF6622TRPBF trades 25% higher conduction loss for identical switching behavior and drop-in compatibility, while SiR626DP-T1-GE3 improves conduction loss by 16% but increases gate drive demand and necessitates mechanical redesign-making IRF6636TRPBF optimal for space-constrained, thermally aggressive CPU VRMs.
Availability
IRF6636TRPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server CPU voltage regulator modules, GPU core power delivery, and AI accelerator board power stages requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.
Supply support for IRF6636TRPBF 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 manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs and discrete devices, with global manufacturing and quality certification to ISO/TS 16949 and IECQ QC 080000.
The DirectFET product line was engineered specifically for high-efficiency, high-density DC-DC conversion in computing and telecom infrastructure-prioritizing ultra-low profile, dual-sided thermal extraction, and gate charge optimization for MHz-class switching.
FAQ
What is the maximum recommended gate drive voltage for IRF6636TRPBF?
The absolute maximum VGS rating is ±20 V, but the device is characterized and optimized for 10 V drive in control-FET applications and 4.5 V in synchronous rectifier roles. Driving above 12 V yields diminishing RDS(on) improvement while increasing gate oxide stress and ESD vulnerability-designs should use 10 V with appropriate gate driver slew rate limiting.
Does IRF6636TRPBF require a gate resistor, and what value is recommended?
Yes-a gate resistor is required to dampen ringing caused by PCB trace inductance interacting with Qgd and Ciss. For 500 kHz–1 MHz operation with standard 2 A peak gate drivers, a 2.2 Ω to 4.7 Ω surface-mount resistor placed adjacent to the gate pad is recommended; values below 1.5 Ω increase risk of oscillation, while above 10 Ω unnecessarily slows switching and raises losses.
How does the DirectFET ST package improve thermal performance over SO-8?
The DirectFET ST package reduces RθJC to 3.0 °C/W versus ~6.5 °C/W for SO-8 equivalents by eliminating bond wires and using direct metal-to-metal thermal paths. Its top-side drain serves as primary heat spreader, enabling clip-based heatsinking or direct thermal interface to cold plates-achieving up to 80% lower junction-to-ambient resistance when dual-sided cooling is implemented per AN-1035 guidelines.
Can IRF6636TRPBF be used in linear mode (as a pass transistor)?
No-it is not rated or characterized for linear (ohmic) operation. The Safe Operating Area (SOA) curve shows operation is limited to pulse widths ≤400 µs and duty cycle ≤2% at full current; sustained linear bias risks thermal runaway due to positive temperature coefficient of RDS(on) and insufficient SOA margin. Use only in switched-mode configurations with proper snubbing and current limiting.
IRF6636TRPBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- HEXFET®
- Package/Case:
- DirectFET™ Isometric ST
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 20 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 18A (Ta), 81A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 4.5V, 10V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 4.5mOhm @ 18A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 2.45V @ 250µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 27 nC @ 4.5 V
- Vgs (Max):
- ±20V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 2420 pF @ 10 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 2.2W (Ta), 42W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- DIRECTFET™ ST
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