Nexperia USA Inc. PMEG6020ETP,115

Overview

PMEG6020ETP from Nexperia is a planar Schottky barrier rectifier with integrated guard ring for stress protection, rated for 60 V reverse voltage and 2 A average forward current in a SOD128 (CFP5) surface-mount package. It delivers low forward voltage (460–530 mV at 2 A, 25 °C), operates up to 175 °C junction temperature, and supports reflow and wave soldering - ideal for high-efficiency DC-to-DC converters in industrial power supplies.

For engineers reviewing the PMEG6020ETP datasheet, PMEG6020ETP pinout, PMEG6020ETP application, or PMEG6020ETP equivalent, key selection criteria include thermal performance on FR4 vs. ceramic PCBs, pulsed reverse leakage at elevated temperature, forward recovery voltage under fast dI/dt, and clip-bonded power handling capability in compact SMD form.

Technical Context

This Schottky diode uses planar construction with an integrated guard ring to enhance ruggedness against electrical overstress and improve reliability under repetitive surge conditions. Its clip-bonding technology enables higher power dissipation than wire-bonded equivalents in the same SOD128 footprint.

Thermal resistance varies significantly with PCB layout: R_th(j-a) is 200 K/W on standard FR4, 120 K/W with 1 cm² cathode pad, and 60 K/W on Al₂O₃ ceramic - confirming design dependency on thermal land implementation. Reverse recovery time is 8.6 ns, and diode capacitance drops from 240 pF at 1 V to 80 pF at 10 V reverse bias.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Encapsulated in a SOD128 (CFP5) plastic surface-mount package: 3.8 mm × 2.6 mm × 1.0 mm body, 4.0 mm lead pitch, flat leads for low-profile mounting. Cathode marked by bar on top surface.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Schottky rectifier applications.

Compared with NSS40201MZ4T1G, PMEG6020ETP provides 50% higher reverse voltage margin for 48 V systems; versus VS-2EY60HM3/H, it achieves 3× smaller footprint and 5× lower profile while maintaining identical VR and IF(AV), trading off absolute surge rating for miniaturization.

Availability

PMEG6020ETP is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial power supplies, telecom DC-DC modules, and battery protection circuits requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing from qualified distributors.

Supply support for PMEG6020ETP 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 high-volume, high-reliability discrete and logic devices, with leadership in advanced packaging and automotive-qualified components.

PMEG6020ETP belongs to Nexperia's high-temperature Schottky rectifier product line, engineered for efficiency-critical power conversion in constrained thermal environments - especially where 175 °C operation and SOD128 miniaturization are mandatory.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable solder point temperature for PMEG6020ETP during reflow?

The device is qualified for standard lead-free reflow per JEDEC J-STD-020D, with peak temperature up to 260 °C for ≤30 seconds. The solder point (cathode tab) thermal resistance is 12 K/W, so sustained power dissipation above 1.2 W at 175 °C junction requires careful thermal pad design to avoid exceeding 230 °C at the solder joint.

How does reverse leakage change at 125 °C ambient in a typical FR4 layout?

At VR = 60 V and Tj = 125 °C, IR reaches 27–100 mA - a 500× increase over 25 °C values. This necessitates derating reverse power dissipation in high-temperature designs; Fig. 8 shows PR(AV) drops to ~1.5 W at δ = 0.5 duty cycle under those conditions.

Can PMEG6020ETP replace a standard 1N5819 in existing designs?

Yes, with caveats: PMEG6020ETP offers superior 60 V VR vs. 1N5819's 40 V, lower VF (460 mV vs. ~550 mV), and 175 °C rating vs. 125 °C. However, its SOD128 footprint differs from DO-214AC - direct replacement requires PCB redesign unless using adapter footprints.

Is this diode suitable for reverse polarity protection in 48 V battery systems?

Yes - its 60 V VR provides 25% margin above 48 V nominal, and 2 A IF(AV) supports typical auxiliary loads. At 125 °C junction, IR remains below 100 mA, limiting reverse power to <6 W; ensure thermal design maintains Tj ≤ 150 °C during fault conditions to avoid thermal runaway.