Nexperia USA Inc. PMD3001D,115
- Part No.:
- PMD3001D,115
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Special Purpose
- Package:
- SC-74, SOT-457
- Datasheet:
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PMD3001D,115.pdf
- Description:
- IC MOSFET DRIVER 6TSOP
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Product details
Overview
PMD3001D,115 from Nexperia is an NPN/PNP complementary transistor pair in push-pull configuration housed in a SOT457 (SC-74) surface-mount package. It delivers 1 A continuous collector current per transistor, 40 V VCEO, and ultra-low VCEsat down to 30 mV (NPN) / −40 mV (PNP) at 100 mA, enabling high-efficiency MOSFET gate driving in compact DC-DC converters and motor control stages.
For engineers reviewing the PMD3001D,115 datasheet, PMD3001D,115 pinout, PMD3001D,115 application, or PMD3001D,115 equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual-transistor push-pull topology, application-optimized 6-pin layout, low saturation voltage across both polarities, and thermal performance on FR4 PCBs up to 400 mW with enhanced pad area.
Technical Context
This device integrates two matched bipolar transistors - one NPN (TR1) and one PNP (TR2) - internally wired as a complementary push-pull driver stage. Its pinout places shared base terminals on Pin 1, emitter on Pin 4, and separate collectors for each transistor on Pins 2/3 (TR2) and 5/6 (TR1), enabling direct connection to gate nodes without external cross-coupling.
It operates with DC current gain (hFE) of 300–450 at 1 mA and maintains usable gain ≥150 at 1 A collector current for both transistors. Switching performance includes 20 ns turn-on time and 9 ns turn-off time under 0.5 A load, supporting PWM frequencies up to several MHz in high-speed buffer applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 40 V - Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage for both NPN and PNP transistors, defining rail compatibility with 24 V and 36 V industrial supplies. |
| IC | 1 A - Continuous collector current rating per transistor, supporting gate charge delivery for MOSFETs up to ~100 nC at 100 kHz switching. |
| VCEsat (NPN) | 30–230 mV - Saturation voltage range from 100 mA to 1 A, minimizing conduction loss in high-side drive paths. |
| VCEsat (PNP) | −40 to −310 mV - Negative saturation voltage range, enabling efficient low-side sinking with minimal voltage overhead. |
| hFE | 300–450 @ 1 mA - High DC current gain ensures low base drive current requirement, reducing upstream driver loading. |
| ton/toff | 20 ns / 9 ns - Fast switching times support clean edge integrity in digital output buffers and Class-D amplifier drivers. |
| Ptot | 400 mW - Total power dissipation on FR4 PCB with 1 cm² collector pad, setting thermal design boundary for sustained 1 A operation. |
Pinout & Package
SOT457 (SC-74) 6-lead plastic surface-mount package with 0.95 mm pin pitch, 1.7 mm body width, and exposed thermal pad-compatible footprint per Figure 19 in the datasheet.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base (TR1 and TR2) | Common base connection for complementary pair - simplifies single-input drive architecture and eliminates need for level-shifting circuitry. |
| 2, 3 | Collector (TR2, PNP) | Dual collector pins for PNP transistor - lowers current density and improves thermal spreading for high-current sinking paths. |
| 4 | Emitter (TR1 and TR2) | Shared emitter node - forms push-pull output node; connects directly to load or MOSFET gate without external bias components. |
| 5, 6 | Collector (TR1, NPN) | Dual collector pins for NPN transistor - enables robust high-side sourcing with reduced trace resistance and improved current sharing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Low VCEsat Breakthrough | 30 mV (NPN) / −40 mV (PNP) at 100 mA - reduces power loss by >60% vs. standard small-signal transistors, critical for thermally constrained PCB layouts. |
| Application-optimized pinout | Pins 1 (base), 4 (emitter), and dual collectors (2/3 for PNP, 5/6 for NPN) - enables direct gate connection with zero crossover traces and no external pull-up/pull-down resistors. |
| Space-saving solution | Single SOT457 package replaces discrete NPN+PNP pair + base resistors - saves ≥4.5 mm² board area and eliminates 4 passive components. |
| Internal push-pull connection | Monolithic integration of complementary pair - guarantees matched thermal tracking, consistent switching timing, and elimination of inter-device propagation skew. |
Applications
| Motor Control H-Bridge Driver | DC-DC Converter Gate Driver |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving high-side and low-side N-channel MOSFETs in half-bridge configurations for 12 V–24 V brushed DC motor control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Push-pull output stage providing fast, low-loss gate charging/discharging with matched rise/fall characteristics. Use Value: Enables <100 ns dead-time control and reduces shoot-through risk due to symmetric VCEsat and sub-10 ns switching skew between NPN and PNP legs. |
Use Scenario: Buffering PWM signals to drive synchronous rectifier MOSFETs in buck converters operating at 300–1000 kHz. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Complementary bipolar driver delivering peak currents >1 A with minimal propagation delay. Use Value: Supports >95% duty cycle operation with <230 mV VCEsat at 1 A, limiting gate drive loss to <230 mW per leg and improving light-load efficiency. |
| Operational Amplifier Output Booster | Industrial PLC Digital Output Stage |
Use Scenario: Extending output current capability of precision op-amps to drive 100 Ω loads or capacitive gates in sensor interface circuits. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Current-boosting emitter-follower pair maintaining signal polarity and bandwidth integrity. Use Value: Delivers ±1 A output swing while preserving op-amp's DC accuracy via low VBE (0.7–1.2 V) and high hFE (≥200 at 1 A). |
Use Scenario: Solid-state replacement for electromechanical relays in 24 V industrial I/O modules requiring 500 mA sink/source per channel. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-polarity switch implementing programmable high-side and low-side digital outputs. Use Value: Achieves <1 µs response time and withstands 40 V transients, meeting IEC 61000-4-4 Level 3 surge immunity when combined with TVS protection. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar complementary push-pull transistor driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZXTDA1024Z | Higher VCEO (60 V), lower IC (0.5 A), SOT89 package - larger footprint, higher thermal resistance (Rth(j-a) = 125 K/W). | Better suited for 48 V systems but limited to ≤500 mA continuous drive; requires heatsinking above 200 mA. | Select when 60 V breakdown margin is mandatory and board space allows SOT89 mounting. |
| MBT3904DW1T1G | Separate NPN+PNP die in SC-88 package - no internal push-pull wiring; requires external base resistor network and layout coordination. | Offers flexibility in biasing and gain adjustment but increases component count, layout complexity, and timing mismatch risk. | Select only when independent transistor biasing or non-complementary configurations are required. |
Compared with ZXTDA1024Z and MBT3904DW1T1G, PMD3001D,115 provides integrated push-pull topology, lowest VCEsat, and optimized 6-pin routing - making it the most compact, thermally efficient, and layout-simple choice for fixed-rail (<40 V), ≤1 A gate-driving applications.
Availability
PMD3001D,115 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor control H-bridges, DC-DC converter gate drivers, and industrial PLC output stages requiring stable component supply, consistent parametric performance across production lots, and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for PMD3001D,115 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 leader in high-volume production of discrete semiconductors, with core expertise in bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, and logic devices for automotive, industrial, and computing markets.
PMD3001D belongs to Nexperia's "Small Signal Transistor Arrays" product line, engineered specifically for space-constrained, high-efficiency driver applications where integrated complementary pairs replace discrete solutions.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous current PMD3001D,115 can deliver per transistor?
The PMD3001D,115 supports 1 A continuous collector current per transistor under standard FR4 PCB conditions with 1 cm² copper pad. This rating is validated at Tamb ≤ 25 °C and assumes proper thermal layout per Figure 19 in the datasheet. Derating applies above 25 °C ambient, reaching zero at 150 °C junction temperature.
Does PMD3001D,115 require external base resistors for standard gate-driving use?
No - the device features an application-optimized pinout with a shared base (Pin 1) and common emitter (Pin 4), allowing direct connection to a microcontroller GPIO or logic buffer without external base resistors. Base current is internally limited by transistor gain and drive voltage, with typical IB = 100 mA at IC = 1 A.
How does the dual-collector pin configuration improve thermal performance?
Pins 2 & 3 serve the PNP collector, and Pins 5 & 6 serve the NPN collector - doubling conductor cross-section per transistor. This reduces current density and thermal resistance by ~15% versus single-pin collectors, enabling 400 mW total dissipation on FR4 with 1 cm² pad, compared to 330 mW with standard footprint.
Can PMD3001D,115 be used in linear amplifier configurations?
Yes - its hFE stability (300–450 at 1 mA, ≥200 at 1 A) and low VBE variation (±0.1 V over 1 A) support Class-A and AB emitter-follower operation. However, it lacks built-in thermal shutdown or SOA curves beyond absolute max ratings, so external bias stabilization and derating are required for sustained linear use.
PMD3001D,115 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-74, SOT-457
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- NPN, PNP (Emitter Coupled)
- Applications:
- MOSFET Driver
- Voltage - Rated:
- 40V
- Current Rating (Amps):
- 1A
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 6-TSOP
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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.
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Return procedure for PMD3001D,115:
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