Infineon Technologies IRFR812PBF
- Part No.:
- IRFR812PBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63
- Datasheet:
-
IRFR812PBF.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET N-CH 500V 3.6A DPAK
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Product details
Overview
IRFR812PBF from Infineon Technologies is an N-channel enhancement-mode HEXFET Power MOSFET in D-Pak (TO-252) package, rated for 500 V VDS, 1.85 Ω RDS(on) at VGS = 10 V, 3.6 A continuous drain current at 25°C, and 75 ns typical reverse recovery time. It integrates a fast-recovery body diode and supports unclamped inductive switching up to 700 mJ single-pulse avalanche energy.
For engineers reviewing the IRFR812PBF datasheet, IRFR812PBF pinout, IRFR812PBF application, or IRFR812PBF equivalent, key selection criteria include breakdown voltage margin for 400 V bus designs, RDS(on)-limited conduction loss in low-duty-cycle SMPS, body diode recovery performance in flyback snubberless topologies, and thermal resistance (RθJC = 1.8 °C/W) for PCB-mounted heatsinking.
Technical Context
This device operates as a high-voltage, medium-current switching element in hard-switched DC-DC converters and AC-DC front-end stages. Its 500 V V(BR)DSS rating with +0.37 V/°C temperature coefficient ensures stable blocking under line surges; RDS(on) of 1.85 Ω at 10 V gate drive enables efficient operation with standard logic-level gate drivers.
The integrated body diode exhibits 1.2 V forward drop at 3.6 A and 75 ns reverse recovery time at 25°C, supporting quasi-resonant and discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) flyback designs without external diode replacement. Avalanche ruggedness (EAS = 700 mJ) allows reliable operation under inductive load switching stress.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 500 V - Supports 400 V nominal DC bus with 25% surge margin in industrial power supplies. |
| RDS(on) | 1.85 Ω typ. @ VGS = 10 V - Limits conduction loss to ≤24 W at 3.6 A, enabling compact thermal design. |
| ID cont. | 3.6 A @ TC = 25°C - Sustains full-load current in 20–30 W offline SMPS with adequate PCB copper area. |
| trr | 75 ns typ. @ TJ = 25°C - Reduces switching loss and EMI in 65–100 kHz flyback converters. |
| Qg | 20 nC - Matches standard 1-A peak gate drivers; enables <100 ns turn-on delay with 17 Ω gate resistor. |
| EAS | 700 mJ - Withstands single-pulse inductive energy from 93 mH choke at 1.8 A without failure. |
| RθJC | 1.8 °C/W - Delivers 78 W power dissipation capability when mounted on 1"² FR-4 PCB with thermal pad. |
Pinout & Package
IRFR812PBF uses the D-Pak (TO-252) surface-mount package with exposed drain pad for thermal and electrical connection. The three-terminal configuration supports high-current, high-voltage switching with minimal parasitic inductance.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Drain (Tab) | Main current path output / heat sink interface | Electrically connected to exposed copper pad; must be soldered to large PCB copper pour for thermal management and low-inductance return path. |
| Source | Reference node for gate drive and current sensing | Provides low-impedance return for load current and gate driver loop; critical for minimizing shoot-through risk in half-bridge configurations. |
| Gate | Control input for channel conduction | High-impedance MOS control terminal requiring <100 nA leakage; sensitive to ESD and ringing-requires local RC snubber if driven by long traces. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Lead-free (Pb-free) construction | Complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU; qualified to consumer-level lead-free reflow profile (peak 260°C). |
| Fast-recovery body diode | 75 ns trr and 135 nC Qrr enable snubberless operation in DCM flyback converters up to 100 kHz. |
| Avalanche-rated | Guaranteed single-pulse EAS = 700 mJ eliminates need for external clamping in relay-driving or solenoid-control circuits. |
| Low gate charge | 20 nC total gate charge reduces driver power consumption and enables use of cost-effective 1-A gate drivers. |
Applications
| Industrial AC-DC Adapters | LED Driver Flyback Stages |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 24 V/1.5 A offline adapter for PLC I/O modules operating from 85–264 VAC input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary-side switch in DCM flyback topology; handles 65 kHz switching with zero-voltage switching assist from body diode. Use Value: 1.85 Ω RDS(on) limits conduction loss to 10 W at full load, enabling natural-convection cooling on 2-layer PCB. | Use Scenario: Constant-current LED driver for streetlight retrofit (48 V/700 mA output). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching FET in primary-side regulated flyback; body diode conducts during demagnetization phase. Use Value: 75 ns trr prevents diode-induced voltage spikes >600 V, eliminating need for TVS clamp across drain-source. |
| DC Motor Control (24–48 V) | Power Factor Correction (PFC) Hold-up Stage |
Use Scenario: H-bridge half-bridge leg for brushed DC motor in automated gate operator (24 V, 3 A peak). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch with synchronous body diode freewheeling; gate driven by isolated 10 V logic signal. Use Value: 1.2 V VSD at 3.6 A reduces freewheeling loss by 40% vs. discrete Schottky, improving efficiency at 25% duty cycle. | Use Scenario: Hold-up switch in active PFC stage for medical power supply (390 V DC bus, 200 ms hold-up). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch controlling bulk capacitor discharge path during AC dropout. Use Value: 500 V VDS rating exceeds 390 V bus with margin for ripple and transients; avalanche rating absorbs energy during sudden load dump. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage power switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STP5NB50FP | 500 V, 1.4 Ω RDS(on), TO-220FP package, no specified trr | Higher conduction efficiency but lacks documented body diode recovery specs; unsuitable for snubberless flyback. | Select only when thermal mass from TO-220FP enables lower junction temperature at same ID. |
| FQP5N50C | 500 V, 2.2 Ω RDS(on), TO-220 package, 100 ns trr | Higher RDS(on) increases conduction loss; slower body diode requires external snubber in DCM operation. | Prefer where board space permits TO-220 mounting and gate drive strength supports higher Qg (25 nC). |
Compared with STP5NB50FP and FQP5N50C, IRFR812PBF uniquely balances low RDS(on), fast body diode recovery, and surface-mount D-Pak packaging-making it optimal for space-constrained, high-frequency flyback and hold-up switch designs where thermal and EMI constraints rule out through-hole alternatives.
Availability
IRFR812PBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial AC-DC adapters, LED driver flyback stages, DC motor control circuits, and PFC hold-up switch applications requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturing continuity.
Supply support for IRFR812PBF 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 electronics, and industrial control ICs and discrete devices.
The IRFR812PBF belongs to Infineon's legacy HEXFET® Power MOSFET product line, designed specifically for high-voltage, medium-current switching in offline power conversion, motor drives, and industrial control systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum safe operating temperature for IRFR812PBF?
The IRFR812PBF has a maximum junction temperature (TJ) of +150°C and a storage temperature range of −55°C to +150°C. When mounted on a 1"² FR-4 PCB, its RθJA is 7.8°C/W, limiting ambient temperature to ≤75°C at full 3.6 A load to maintain TJ ≤ 150°C. Derating begins at 0.63 W/°C above 25°C case temperature.
Can IRFR812PBF be used with 5 V logic-level gate drive?
No-IRFR812PBF has a gate threshold voltage (VGS(th)) of 3.0–5.0 V and requires ≥10 V gate-to-source voltage for full enhancement. At 5 V, RDS(on) rises significantly (>5 Ω), increasing conduction loss beyond acceptable limits. A dedicated gate driver or level-shifter is required for 3.3 V/5 V MCU interfaces.
Is the body diode in IRFR812PBF suitable for continuous conduction mode (CCM) operation?
The body diode is optimized for fast recovery (75 ns) and low Qrr (135 nC), making it suitable for discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) and boundary conduction mode (BCM) flyback topologies. In CCM, reverse recovery losses increase significantly; external Schottky or SiC diodes are recommended for sustained CCM operation above 50 kHz.
Does IRFR812PBF have avalanche energy rating under repetitive conditions?
No-only single-pulse avalanche energy (EAS) is specified (700 mJ). Repetitive avalanche capability (EAR) is not characterized or guaranteed in the datasheet. For circuits subject to repeated inductive switching stress, derating or external protection (e.g., RCD clamp) is required to avoid cumulative junction damage.
IRFR812PBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- HEXFET®
- Package/Case:
- TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Discontinued at Digi-Key
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 500 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 3.6A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 10V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 2.2Ohm @ 2.2A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 5V @ 250µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 20 nC @ 10 V
- Vgs (Max):
- ±20V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 810 pF @ 25 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 78W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-252AA (DPAK)
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