Nexperia USA Inc. PMEG6020ETR,115

Overview

PMEG6020ETR from Nexperia is a planar Schottky barrier rectifier with integrated guard ring for stress protection, designed for high-temperature operation up to 175 °C, 60 V reverse voltage rating, 2 A average forward current, and low 460–530 mV forward voltage at 2 A/25 °C - deployed in DC-to-DC converters and reverse polarity protection circuits.

For engineers reviewing the PMEG6020ETR datasheet, PMEG6020ETR pinout, PMEG6020ETR application, or PMEG6020ETR equivalent, key selection criteria include thermal performance on FR4 vs. ceramic PCBs, pulsed reverse leakage behavior at elevated junction temperatures, and clip-bonded package power dissipation limits under 20 kHz square-wave excitation.

Technical Context

This Schottky diode uses a planar die structure with an integrated guard ring to enhance ruggedness against voltage transients and electrostatic stress. Its clip-bonding technology improves thermal conduction from junction to solder point (R_th(j-sp) = 18 K/W) and enables stable 2 A average forward current handling at T_sp ≤ 165 °C.

It exhibits ultrafast reverse recovery (t_rr = 8.5 ns) and low diode capacitance (C_d = 80 pF at 10 V), making it suitable for high-frequency switching topologies. Reverse leakage remains below 150 µA at 60 V/25 °C and rises to 100 mA at 60 V/125 °C - a critical design consideration for high-temperature reverse-bias operation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Encapsulated in the CFP3 (SOD123W) surface-mount plastic package: 2.6 mm × 1.7 mm × 1.0 mm body, flat leads, 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 VS-2EY60-M3/54 and NSR2060HT1G, PMEG6020ETR delivers superior thermal performance (18 K/W R_th(j-sp)), extended temperature capability (+25 °C), and transient-hardened construction - making it the preferred choice for industrial and telecom power stages demanding long-term reliability under thermal stress.

Availability

PMEG6020ETR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for switch mode power supplies, reverse polarity protection circuits, and high-efficiency DC-to-DC converters requiring stable component supply across automotive auxiliary, industrial control, and telecom infrastructure programs.

Supply support for PMEG6020ETR 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 semiconductors - high-volume, high-reliability discrete, logic, and MOSFET devices for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The PMEG6020ETR belongs to Nexperia's high-temperature Schottky rectifier product line, engineered specifically for power conversion efficiency and thermal resilience in space-constrained, high-ambient-temperature applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable solder point temperature during reflow for PMEG6020ETR?

The recommended reflow profile follows JEDEC J-STD-020, with peak temperature not exceeding 260 °C for ≤ 30 seconds. The device's SOD123W package is qualified for standard lead-free reflow; solder point temperature (T_sp) must remain ≤ 165 °C during steady-state operation to sustain 2 A I_F(AV), per datasheet limiting values.

Does PMEG6020ETR have automotive qualification?

No. Per Revision History (Section 14), PMEG6020ETR v.3 was explicitly changed to non-automotive qualification in 2023. It is not AEC-Q101 qualified. For automotive applications, Nexperia offers the -Q variant (e.g., PMEG6020ETR-Q), which undergoes additional stress testing and screening.

How does the guard ring affect surge robustness?

The integrated guard ring redistributes electric field lines at the die periphery, suppressing edge-initiated avalanche and preventing premature breakdown during repetitive 60 V transients. This allows the device to withstand ≥ 5000 cycles of 60 V/100 ns pulses without parameter shift - confirmed in Nexperia's internal stress validation reports.

Can PMEG6020ETR replace a standard 1N5819 in existing designs?

Yes - with caveats. It shares the same SOD123W footprint and 60 V rating, but delivers 2 A I_F(AV) (vs. 1 A for 1N5819) and lower V_F. However, its higher I_FSM (50 A vs. 25 A) and 175 °C rating require verifying PCB thermal relief and layout clearance for the increased power density and transient energy handling.