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onsemi NSV1C300ET4G-VF01

Name: NSV1C300ET4G-VF01
Brand: onsemi
SKU: NSV1C300ET4G-VF01
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Part No.:: NSV1C300ET4G-VF01

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Category:: Single Bipolar Transistors

Package:: TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63

Datasheet:: NSV1C300ET4G-VF01.pdf

Description:: TRANS PNP 100V 3A DPAK

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Overview

NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 from onsemi is a PNP bipolar junction transistor rated for 100 V V_CEO, 3.0 A continuous collector current, and ultra-low saturation voltage (V_CE(sat) = −0.400 V at I_C = −3.0 A, I_B = −0.300 A). It features high DC current gain (h_FE = 50 min at I_C = −3.0 A), AEC-Q101 qualification, and DPAK (Case 369C) surface-mount packaging. It is used in automotive airbag deployment circuits requiring fast, low-loss switching under high-current transients.

For engineers reviewing the NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal resistance values (R_JA = 59.5 °C/W), junction temperature range (−65 to +150 °C), and AEC-Q101-compliant automotive use context - all critical for power stage design validation and BOM selection.

Technical Context

This PNP transistor operates in linear and saturated switching modes with guaranteed V_CE(sat) ≤ −0.400 V at I_C = −3.0 A and I_B = −0.300 A, enabling high-efficiency energy control in low-voltage DC-DC stages. Its f_T = 100 MHz supports moderate-speed switching up to ~10 MHz with stable gain.

The device uses a thermally optimized DPAK package with R_JC = 3.8 °C/W and is characterized across −55 °C to +150 °C junction temperatures. Its h_FE remains ≥50 at full rated current, allowing direct drive from PMU outputs without external amplification.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CEO	−100 V - Withstands 100 V reverse collector-emitter bias before breakdown; suitable for 48 V automotive supply rails with margin.
I_C (continuous)	−3.0 A - Supports sustained 3 A load current in motor drivers or solenoid controls without derating at T_C = 25 °C.
V_CE(sat)	−0.400 V @ I_C = −3.0 A, I_B = −0.300 A - Delivers <1.2 W conduction loss at full current, reducing thermal stress in compact layouts.
h_FE	50 min @ I_C = −3.0 A - Enables direct interface with low-drive-strength PMU GPIOs (e.g., 300 mA base current capability).
f_T	100 MHz - Supports switching frequencies up to ~10 MHz with usable gain, appropriate for PWM-controlled power stages.
R_JA	59.5 °C/W - Requires ≥400 mm² 1 oz. Cu PCB pad for safe operation at full power in still-air ambient.
T_J range	−65 to +150 °C - Validated for under-hood automotive environments including instrument clusters and airbag controllers.

Pinout & Package

DPAK (Case 369C, Style 1) surface-mount package with exposed collector tab (pins 2 and 4) for enhanced thermal dissipation. Dimensions: 6.10 × 6.54 × 2.28 mm, pitch 2.29 mm.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1	Base	Control input; requires −0.300 A drive current for full saturation at 3 A load.
2 & 4	Collector	High-current output node; electrically connected and thermally coupled to exposed copper tab for heatsinking.
3	Emiter	Power return path; tied to system ground or negative rail in high-side switch configurations.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
AEC-Q101 qualified	Validated for automotive applications including airbag deployment and instrument cluster power control.
Ultra-low V_CE(sat)	−0.400 V at full 3 A load reduces conduction loss by >40% vs. standard PNP transistors, lowering thermal design burden.
High h_FE at high current	Minimum 50 h_FE at I_C = −3.0 A enables single-stage drive from PMU outputs without buffer stages.
Pb-free, RoHS compliant	Meets global environmental compliance requirements for automotive and industrial production programs.
Thermally robust DPAK	R_JC = 3.8 °C/W allows efficient heat transfer to PCB copper, supporting >2 W continuous dissipation with proper layout.

Applications

Automotive Airbag Deployment	Instrument Cluster Power Switching
Use Scenario: High-reliability, high-current pulse switching to trigger pyrotechnic squibs during crash events. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary high-side PNP switch controlling 1–3 A squib current with <10 µs turn-on response. Use Value: Ultra-low V_CE(sat) ensures minimal voltage drop across the switch during critical deployment, maximizing energy delivered to the squib.	Use Scenario: Controlled power sequencing of LCD backlight, microcontroller, and sensor subsystems in vehicle dashboards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-loss PNP pass element managing 500 mA–2 A rail switching with soft-start behavior. Use Value: Stable h_FE over temperature ensures consistent base drive requirements across −40 to +105 °C operating range.
Low-Voltage Motor Control	Portable DC-DC Converter Output Stage
Use Scenario: Bidirectional or unidirectional drive for small brushed motors in disc/tape drives and portable peripherals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Saturated PNP switch in H-bridge half-bridge or single-ended configuration. Use Value: 3.0 A rating and 100 V V_CEO support 24 V motor systems with surge margin; low V_CE(sat) improves efficiency in battery-powered operation.	Use Scenario: Synchronous rectifier or main switch in buck/boost converters for smartphones, digital cameras, and MP3 players. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-gain, low-saturation PNP used in low-side or complementary switching positions. Use Value: 100 MHz f_T and fast saturation characteristics enable clean switching waveforms up to 2 MHz, minimizing EMI in compact form factors.

Automotive Airbag Deployment

Instrument Cluster Power Switching

Use Scenario: High-reliability, high-current pulse switching to trigger pyrotechnic squibs during crash events.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary high-side PNP switch controlling 1–3 A squib current with <10 µs turn-on response.

Use Value: Ultra-low V_CE(sat) ensures minimal voltage drop across the switch during critical deployment, maximizing energy delivered to the squib.

Use Scenario: Controlled power sequencing of LCD backlight, microcontroller, and sensor subsystems in vehicle dashboards.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-loss PNP pass element managing 500 mA–2 A rail switching with soft-start behavior.

Use Value: Stable h_FE over temperature ensures consistent base drive requirements across −40 to +105 °C operating range.

Low-Voltage Motor Control

Portable DC-DC Converter Output Stage

Use Scenario: Bidirectional or unidirectional drive for small brushed motors in disc/tape drives and portable peripherals.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Saturated PNP switch in H-bridge half-bridge or single-ended configuration.

Use Value: 3.0 A rating and 100 V V_CEO support 24 V motor systems with surge margin; low V_CE(sat) improves efficiency in battery-powered operation.

Use Scenario: Synchronous rectifier or main switch in buck/boost converters for smartphones, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-gain, low-saturation PNP used in low-side or complementary switching positions.

Use Value: 100 MHz f_T and fast saturation characteristics enable clean switching waveforms up to 2 MHz, minimizing EMI in compact form factors.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP low V_CE(sat) transistor applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
NSS1C300ET4G	Same die, non-automotive grade; lacks NSV prefix, AEC-Q101 qualification, and PPAP capability.	Restricted to commercial/industrial use; not approved for safety-critical automotive functions.	Select NSS1C300ET4G only for cost-sensitive non-automotive designs where AEC-Q101 is not required.
NSV1C301ET4G	Complementary NPN device in same family; identical package, thermal specs, and V_CEO/I_C ratings but opposite polarity.	Used in push-pull or complementary driver stages, not as direct functional replacement.	Choose NSV1C301ET4G when designing dual-transistor topologies requiring matched performance in both polarities.

Compared with NSS1C300ET4G and NSV1C301ET4G, NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 uniquely combines AEC-Q101 qualification, ultra-low V_CE(sat), and high h_FE at full current - making it the only option qualified for automotive airbag deployment among the three.

Availability

NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive safety systems, instrument cluster power management, and portable DC-DC converter designs requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 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

onsemi (Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC) is a global semiconductor supplier delivering energy-efficient, intelligent power and sensing solutions for automotive, industrial, cloud, medical, and IoT applications.

The NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 belongs to onsemi's e2PowerEdge family - engineered specifically for high-efficiency, low-voltage switching in automotive and portable power systems where minimal conduction loss and AEC-Q101 reliability are mandatory.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous collector current rating for NSV1C300ET4G-VF01?

The NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 is rated for −3.0 A continuous collector current at T_C = 25 °C. Derating applies above 25 °C at 0.26 W/°C for case-mounted operation, and its 2.1 W ambient-rated dissipation limits practical continuous current to ~1.2 A on standard FR-4 PCBs without forced airflow or heatsinking.

Is NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 qualified for automotive applications?

Yes, NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 carries the NSV prefix indicating automotive-specific qualification, and is explicitly AEC-Q101 certified and PPAP capable. This makes it suitable for safety-critical automotive functions including airbag deployment and instrument cluster power control.

What package type does NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 use, and how is thermal performance characterized?

NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 uses the DPAK (Case 369C) surface-mount package with pins 2 and 4 as electrically connected collectors and an exposed thermal tab. Its thermal resistance is R_JC = 3.8 °C/W (junction-to-case) and R_JA = 59.5 °C/W (junction-to-ambient on FR-4 with 400 mm² 1 oz. Cu pad).

How does the DC current gain (h_FE) of NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 vary with load current?

NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 maintains h_FE ≥ 50 at I_C = −3.0 A, ≥ 120 at I_C = −1.0 A, and ≥ 180 at I_C = −0.1 A (all at V_CE = −2.0 V). This high and stable gain across operating range enables predictable base drive design without compensation networks.

What is the typical saturation voltage V_CE(sat) of NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 at full rated current?

At I_C = −3.0 A and I_B = −0.300 A, NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 achieves V_CE(sat) = −0.400 V (max), with typical value near −0.250 V. This ultra-low saturation voltage minimizes conduction losses and self-heating in high-current switching applications.

NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Series:: -

Package/Case:: TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

Product Status:: Obsolete

Transistor Type:: PNP

Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):: 3 A

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 100 V

Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:: 400mV @ 300mA, 3A

Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):: 100nA (ICBO)

DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:: 180 @ 500mA, 2V

Power - Max:: 2.1 W

Frequency - Transition:: 100MHz

Operating Temperature:: -65°C ~ 150°C (TJ)

Grade:: Automotive

Qualification:: AEC-Q101

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: DPAK

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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The NSV1C300ET4G-VF01 part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for NSV1C300ET4G-VF01:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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