Nexperia USA Inc. PMEG060T050ELPEZ

Overview

PMEG060T050ELPEZ from Nexperia is a 60 V, 5 A Trench Schottky barrier rectifier in CFP15B (SOT1289B) package, designed for low-leakage, high-efficiency DC-to-DC conversion and freewheeling in compact power supplies. It delivers VF = 620–690 mV at 5 A and IR ≤ 0.3–1.8 µA at 60 V and 25 °C, leveraging clip-bonding for enhanced thermal performance in space-constrained SMD layouts.

For engineers reviewing the PMEG060T050ELPEZ datasheet, PMEG060T050ELPEZ pinout, PMEG060T050ELPEZ application, or PMEG060T050ELPEZ equivalent, key selection criteria include low forward voltage at high current, ultra-low reverse leakage across temperature, thermal resistance to solder point (Rth(j-sp) = 3 K/W), and compatibility with high-frequency switching topologies requiring fast recovery and minimal switching loss.

Technical Context

This device implements a trench-structured Schottky junction to suppress reverse leakage while maintaining low VF - critical for efficiency in 12 V/24 V input DC-DC converters operating above 200 kHz. Its dual-anode, single-cathode configuration (pins 1&2 = A, pin 3 = K) supports parallel anode routing on PCBs to reduce trace inductance and improve current sharing.

The CFP15B package uses clip-bonding to directly attach the die to the cathode lead frame, achieving Rth(j-sp) = 3 K/W - enabling 5 A continuous conduction at Tsp ≤ 159 °C without external heatsinking. Transient thermal impedance data confirms stable operation under pulsed loads up to 80 A (IFSM) with tp = 8 ms half-sine waveform.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Encapsulated in CFP15B (SOT1289B): ultra-thin 5.8 × 4.3 × 0.95 mm SMD package with thermal-enhanced clip-bonded construction and 2.13 mm lead pitch. Cathode tab provides primary thermal path to PCB.

Key Features

Applications

Availability

PMEG060T050ELPEZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-efficiency DC-DC converters, reverse polarity protection circuits, and freewheeling applications requiring stable component supply, consistent thermal performance, and long-term industrial lifecycle support.

Supply support for PMEG060T050ELPEZ 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 specializing in high-performance, energy-efficient discrete, logic, and MOSFET devices - headquartered in Nijmegen, Netherlands, with manufacturing in Asia and Europe.

This device belongs to Nexperia's Trench Schottky Rectifier product line, engineered specifically for high-frequency, high-efficiency power conversion where low VF, ultra-low IR, and robust thermal performance are mandatory.

FAQ

What is the maximum junction temperature rating for PMEG060T050ELPEZ?

The absolute maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 175 °C, validated per IEC 60134 limiting values. Operation at this limit requires strict control of solder point temperature (Tsp ≤ 159 °C at IF(AV) = 5 A) and use of ≥1 cm² cathode copper area on FR4 PCB to maintain Rth(j-sp) = 3 K/W.

Can PMEG060T050ELPEZ replace standard Schottky diodes like SS34 or SB560 in existing designs?

Yes - it offers lower VF (620–690 mV vs ~750 mV for SS34 at 5 A) and dramatically lower IR (≤1.8 µA vs ~500 µA for SB560 at 60 V), but requires CFP15B footprint compliance. Its dual-anode layout and thermal pad demand updated PCB land pattern per Figure 16 in the datasheet.

How does the CFP15B package improve thermal performance over traditional SOD-123 or SMA packages?

CFP15B uses clip-bonding to eliminate bond wires and directly attach the die to the cathode lead frame, achieving Rth(j-sp) = 3 K/W - 3× better than typical SOD-123 (≈9 K/W). This allows 5 A continuous current with only 1 cm² copper area, versus >4 cm² needed for comparable SMA devices.

Is PMEG060T050ELPEZ suitable for automotive applications?

No - this part is not AEC-Q200 qualified. Nexperia explicitly states in its legal disclaimers that non-automotive qualified products are unsuitable for safety-critical or life-support systems. For automotive use, consult Nexperia's Automotive-grade Trench Schottky portfolio (e.g., PMEG060T050EPK).