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Nexperia USA Inc. PHPT60603PYX
- Part No.:
- PHPT60603PYX
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- SC-100, SOT-669
- Datasheet:
-
PHPT60603PYX.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 60V 3A LFPAK56 PWRSO8
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Product details
Overview
PHPT60603PYX from Nexperia is a PNP high-power bipolar transistor in LFPAK56 (SOT669) package, rated for −60 V VCEO, −3 A continuous collector current, and 25 W total power dissipation at Tamb ≤ 25 °C. It serves as a robust load switch or linear-mode voltage regulator in automotive and industrial power management systems, with AEC-Q101 qualification and 175 °C maximum junction temperature.
For engineers reviewing the PHPT60603PYX datasheet, PHPT60603PYX pinout, PHPT60603PYX application, or PHPT60603PYX equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal derating behavior, emitter-base saturation voltage under pulsed conditions, and real-world use context for high-temperature load switching and backlighting circuits.
Technical Context
This PNP bipolar transistor operates in active, saturation, and cutoff regions with DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 35 to 75 at IC = −3 A and VCE = −2 V. Its low RCEsat of 80–120 mΩ enables efficient conduction with minimal voltage drop during high-current switching.
Thermal performance is defined by three mounting configurations: Rth(j-a) = 115 K/W on standard FR4, 50 K/W with 6 cm² collector pad, and 30 K/W on ceramic Al₂O₃ PCB - enabling precise thermal design for automotive under-hood environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −60 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage with base open; defines blocking capability in high-side switch topologies. |
| IC | −3 A continuous: Rated DC collector current at Tamb ≤ 25 °C; supports sustained load switching in power rails. |
| RCEsat | 80–120 mΩ at IC = −3 A, IB = −300 mA: Low saturation resistance minimizes conduction loss and self-heating in linear regulation. |
| hFE | 35–75 at VCE = −2 V, IC = −3 A: Sufficient current gain for direct microcontroller base drive without external amplification. |
| Tj(max) | 175 °C: Enables operation in under-hood automotive environments and industrial enclosures without forced cooling. |
| fT | 110 MHz at VCE = −10 V, IC = −100 mA: Supports fast switching in PWM-controlled backlight dimming up to ~100 kHz. |
| VBEsat | −1.02 to −1.2 V at IC = −2 A, IB = −200 mA: Predictable base drive requirement for accurate gate/base driver sizing. |
Pinout & Package
Package: LFPAK56 (SOT669), a 4-lead surface-mount power plastic package with integrated mounting base for enhanced thermal transfer. The collector connects directly to the exposed metal pad (pin 4), while pins 1–3 are internally shorted emitters.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3 | Emitter (E) | Three parallel emitter terminals reduce bond-wire inductance and improve current sharing; enable high-reliability solder joint redundancy. |
| 4 | Collector (C) | Exposed copper mounting base; primary thermal path to PCB; must be connected to large copper pour for rated 25 W dissipation. |
| mb | Mounting Base | Electrically and thermally tied to collector; requires direct solder connection to PCB ground plane or heatsink pad. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive applications including engine control modules and body electronics requiring zero-failure reliability. |
| 175 °C max junction temperature | Enables uninterrupted operation in sealed enclosures or near heat sources without derating below ambient 125 °C. |
| Reduced PCB footprint vs DPAK | LFPAK56 occupies ~30% less board area than DPAK while delivering comparable thermal performance via optimized copper layout. |
| Low RCEsat (80–120 mΩ) | Reduces power loss to ≤0.72 W at −3 A, lowering thermal stress and eliminating need for auxiliary heatsinks in many designs. |
| High peak current rating (−8 A) | Supports inrush current handling in motor drivers and LED arrays without secondary protection circuitry. |
Applications
| Automotive Load Switch | Linear Voltage Regulator |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Controlling 12 V/24 V accessory loads (e.g., HVAC fans, seat heaters) in vehicle power distribution units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side PNP switch driven by MCU GPIO; handles steady-state current and transient surges up to −8 A. Use Value: AEC-Q101 qualification ensures compliance with automotive reliability standards; 175 °C rating avoids thermal shutdown during prolonged operation. |
Use Scenario: Precision 5 V or 3.3 V local regulation for analog sensors or CAN transceivers where LDO dropout is unacceptable. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Pass element in emitter-follower configuration; base driven by op-amp error amplifier for tight output regulation. Use Value: Low VCEsat (≤−360 mV) minimizes dropout voltage; high hFE reduces base drive current burden on control circuitry. |
| LED Backlight Driver | Industrial Power Management |
|
Use Scenario: Constant-current dimming of multi-string automotive LCD backlights using PWM-modulated base drive. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Saturated-switch mode current sink; switched at 1–10 kHz to avoid audible noise while maintaining brightness linearity. Use Value: fT = 110 MHz ensures clean switching edges; low storage time (ts = 350 ns) prevents ghosting during rapid PWM transitions. |
Use Scenario: Overcurrent-protected DC-DC converter post-regulation stage in programmable logic controllers and motor drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Current-limiting pass device in foldback protection topology; monitors load via sense resistor and shuts down on fault. Use Value: Robust ICM = −8 A rating tolerates short-circuit events; low RCEsat enables accurate current sensing with minimal offset. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP high-power switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPT60603NY | NPN complement; identical VCEO, IC, RCEsat, and thermal specs but opposite polarity. | Requires high-side driver for NPN configuration; better suited for low-side switching or complementary push-pull stages. | Select when circuit topology demands NPN placement or when pairing with PHPT60603PYX in H-bridge or totem-pole outputs. |
| DMT6009LPS | 60 V, −3.5 A P-channel MOSFET in Power-SO8; RDS(on) = 45 mΩ @ VGS = −10 V; no base current required. | Lower conduction loss but higher gate charge; unsuitable for linear-mode regulation due to lack of controlled saturation region. | Prefer for high-efficiency switching-only applications; avoid where analog control or thermal stability in linear mode is critical. |
Compared with PHPT60603PYX, PHPT60603NY offers matched performance in NPN form for complementary designs, while DMT6009LPS trades bipolar linearity and simplicity for lower RDS(on) - making PHPT60603PYX optimal for mixed-mode (switching + linear) automotive power nodes.
Availability
PHPT60603PYX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive load switching, industrial linear regulators, LED backlighting, and power management systems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for PHPT60603PYX 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
Nexperia is a global semiconductor expert focused on essential efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance, reliable discrete and logic devices for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
PHPT60603PYX belongs to Nexperia's LFPAK56 high-power bipolar transistor family, engineered specifically for AEC-Q101-compliant automotive power control and industrial thermal-stable switching applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable base current for PHPT60603PYX?
The absolute maximum base current (IB) is −0.5 A per datasheet limiting values. For reliable operation at IC = −3 A, the recommended base drive is −300 mA (IC/IB = 10), ensuring deep saturation while staying within safe SOA boundaries and avoiding excessive base-emitter heating.
Can PHPT60603PYX be used in linear regulation mode?
Yes - its specified VCEsat (−240 to −360 mV), low RCEsat (80–120 mΩ), and 175 °C Tj(max) make it suitable for emitter-follower linear regulators. Thermal design must account for power dissipation: PD = VCE × IC, with derating applied per Figure 1 based on PCB construction.
How does the triple-emitter pin configuration improve reliability?
Pins 1–3 are internally shorted emitters, providing redundant solder joints and distributed current paths. This reduces current density per bond wire, lowers thermal resistance from die to package, and improves mechanical robustness against thermal cycling - critical for automotive under-hood applications per AEC-Q101 requirements.
Is PHPT60603PYX pin-compatible with standard SOT-223 or DPAK packages?
No - PHPT60603PYX uses LFPAK56 (SOT669), a 4-lead package with exposed collector pad and non-standard pin spacing. It is not mechanically or electrically compatible with SOT-223 (3-lead) or DPAK (3-lead). PCB layout must follow Nexperia's sot669_fr footprint (Figure 15), including 4.2 mm × 3.8 mm pad dimensions and 1.27 mm pitch.
PHPT60603PYX Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-100, SOT-669
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 3 A
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 60 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 225mV @ 50mA, 1A
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 150 @ 500mA, 2V
- Power - Max:
- 1.25 W
- Frequency - Transition:
- 110MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- LFPAK56, Power-SO8
PHPT60603PYX FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of PHPT60603PYX?
All PHPT60603PYX units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with PHPT60603PYX, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 PHPT60603PYX part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for PHPT60603PYX:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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