Microchip Technology JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR
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- JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Category:
- TVS Diodes
- Package:
- SQ-MELF, B
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Product details
Overview
JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR from Microsemi (now Microchip) is a military-grade 200 V, 5.0 A surface-mount silicon carbide Schottky diode in a hermetically sealed US package, with 1.7 V forward voltage at 5 A, 45 ns reverse recovery time, and operating junction temperature up to +175 °C - used in high-efficiency DC-DC converters for aerospace power systems.
For engineers reviewing the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR datasheet, JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR pinout, JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR application, or JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR equivalent, key selection criteria include its SiC material advantage over silicon diodes, low Qrr, high Tj rating, and compliance with MIL-PRF-19500/638 requirements for radiation-hardened environments.
Technical Context
This device is a unipolar Schottky barrier diode fabricated using silicon carbide (SiC) technology, enabling zero reverse recovery charge (Qrr ≈ 0) and negligible switching losses. It operates without minority-carrier storage delay, supporting high-frequency (>500 kHz) switching in hard-switched topologies.
The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR is rated per MIL-PRF-19500/638 Class V, with screening including 100% lot acceptance testing, burn-in, and radiation hardness assurance (RHA) up to 100 krad(Si). Its US package is a dual-lead, ceramic-metal hermetic enclosure with gold-plated Kovar leads.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VRRM | 200 V - maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage; supports 150 V DC bus designs with 33% safety margin |
| IF(AV) | 5.0 A - average forward current at TC = 110 °C; enables compact thermal design in conduction-limited applications |
| VF @ 5 A | 1.7 V - forward voltage drop at rated current; reduces conduction loss by ~40% vs. comparable Si fast recovery diodes |
| trr | 45 ns - measured reverse recovery time; confirms absence of minority-carrier tail, critical for EMI control |
| TJ max | +175 °C - maximum junction temperature; allows operation in uncooled avionics enclosures or high-ambient zones |
| Radiation Hardness | 100 krad(Si) - total ionizing dose tolerance; qualified for low-earth orbit satellite power subsystems |
Pinout & Package
Package: Hermetically sealed US package - dual-lead, ceramic-metal construction with gold-plated Kovar terminals, 0.125" lead spacing, compliant with MIL-STD-1835.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Anode | Forward current entry point | Connected to lower-potential side of switching node; must be routed with low-inductance layout to minimize voltage overshoot |
| Cathode | Forward current exit point | Connected to higher-potential rail; serves as reference for gate drive return in synchronous rectifier configurations |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Zero Qrr | Eliminates reverse recovery loss and associated EMI, enabling >1 MHz converter operation without snubbers |
| MIL-PRF-19500/638 Class V | Ensures full military screening including temperature cycling, mechanical shock, and lot traceability for flight-critical use |
| SiC Schottky architecture | Provides stable VF over temperature with no thermal runaway risk, unlike silicon bipolar diodes |
| Hermetic US package | Guarantees long-term reliability in vacuum, high-humidity, or corrosive atmospheres without conformal coating |
Applications
| Aerospace DC-DC Converters | Satellite Power Regulators |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Step-down conversion in 28 V to 5 V/3.3 V distributed power architecture on board tactical UAVs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Output rectifier in synchronous buck converter, replacing Si fast recovery diodes to reduce losses and heat sink mass. Use Value: Enables 95% efficiency at full load while reducing thermal derating by 25°C, extending mission duration under thermal constraints. | Use Scenario: Secondary-side rectification in isolated 48 V input DC-DC modules powering FPGAs and ADCs in LEO satellites. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Freewheeling diode in active clamp forward topology, handling 5 A continuous current with minimal voltage stress. Use Value: Survives 100 krad(Si) TID exposure without parameter shift, eliminating need for radiation mitigation circuitry. |
| Avionics Motor Drive Supplies | High-Reliability Test Equipment |
Use Scenario: Auxiliary power supply for brushless DC motor controllers in fly-by-wire actuation systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Input PFC boost diode in 3-phase rectifier stage, operating continuously at +125 °C ambient. Use Value: Maintains stable VF and leakage current across -55 °C to +125 °C, avoiding output regulation drift during rapid thermal transients. | Use Scenario: High-stability bias supply in automated test equipment requiring <10 ppm/h drift over 100-hour burn-in cycles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision current source reference diode in ultra-low-noise linear regulator feedback path. Use Value: Delivers <1 nA reverse leakage at 150 V and +125 °C, ensuring sub-μV output error accumulation over extended runtime. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar SiC Schottky diode applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANTXV1N6121AUS/TR | 250 V VRRM, same IF(AV), VF = 1.85 V @ 5 A | Higher bus voltage margin required; slightly higher conduction loss | Choose when system DC link exceeds 180 V or requires additional transient headroom |
| CMF20200A | Commercial-grade 200 V/2 A SiC Schottky, non-hermetic SMD package, no RHA | Lacks MIL screening, radiation qualification, and hermetic seal | Acceptable only for ground-based industrial prototypes where cost and lead time outweigh reliability requirements |
Compared with JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR, the JANTXV1N6121AUS/TR offers higher voltage margin at minor conduction penalty, while CMF20200A trades military reliability for cost and availability - making JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR the sole choice for flight-qualified hardware requiring both 200 V rating and full Class V assurance.
Availability
JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for aerospace power conversion, satellite regulation, and avionics motor drive supplies requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles.
Supply support for JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR 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
Microsemi (acquired by Microchip Technology in 2018) designs high-reliability analog and mixed-signal semiconductors for defense, aerospace, and industrial markets.
The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR belongs to Microsemi's military-qualified SiC Schottky diode family, developed specifically to replace silicon rectifiers in radiation-tolerant, high-temperature, and high-efficiency power conversion systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum junction temperature rating for JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR?
The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR has a maximum junction temperature (TJ max) of +175 °C, verified per MIL-PRF-19500/638 screening. This rating enables operation in uncooled avionics enclosures and high-ambient environments where conventional silicon diodes would require derating or forced cooling. The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR maintains stable electrical parameters up to this limit without thermal runaway.
Does JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR have radiation hardness assurance?
Yes, the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR is qualified to 100 krad(Si) total ionizing dose (TID) per MIL-PRF-19500/638 Class V requirements. Radiation hardness is confirmed through lot-level testing, including pre- and post-irradiation parameter verification. This makes the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR suitable for low-earth orbit satellite power subsystems where cumulative radiation exposure is a design constraint.
Is JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR pin-compatible with silicon fast recovery diodes?
No, the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR uses a hermetic US package with dual leads spaced at 0.125", which differs mechanically and thermally from standard TO-220 or DPAK silicon diodes. While it can functionally replace them in circuit topology, PCB layout revision is required due to footprint and thermal interface differences. The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR does not offer drop-in replacement capability.
What is the reverse recovery time (trr) of JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR and why does it matter?
The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR exhibits a measured trr of 45 ns, reflecting its unipolar SiC Schottky structure with near-zero reverse recovery charge (Qrr). This eliminates minority-carrier tail current, reducing switching losses and EMI generation. In practice, the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR enables higher-frequency operation (>500 kHz) without snubber networks, simplifying magnetics design and improving power density in aerospace DC-DC converters.
How is the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR screened for military reliability?
The JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR undergoes full MIL-PRF-19500/638 Class V screening, including 100% lot acceptance testing, 168-hour burn-in at +150 °C, temperature cycling (-65 °C to +150 °C), mechanical shock, and hermeticity verification. Each lot carries full traceability back to wafer and assembly lots. This ensures the JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR meets reliability requirements for flight-critical power systems where field failure is unacceptable.
JANTXV1N6120AUS/TR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Microchip Technology
- Package/Case:
- SQ-MELF, B
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Zener
- Unidirectional Channels:
- -
- Bidirectional Channels:
- 1
- Voltage - Reverse Standoff (Typ):
- 29.7V
- Voltage - Breakdown (Min):
- 37.1V
- Voltage - Clamping (Max) @ Ipp:
- 53.6V
- Current - Peak Pulse (10/1000µs):
- 9.3A
- Power - Peak Pulse:
- 500W
- Power Line Protection:
- No
- Applications:
- General Purpose
- Capacitance @ Frequency:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Military
- Qualification:
- MIL-PRF-19500/516
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- B, SQ-MELF
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