Nexperia USA Inc. PMEG6020EXE-QX

Overview

PMEG6020EXE-QX from Nexperia is a 60 V, 2 A planar Schottky barrier rectifier in CFP3-HP (SOD123HP) surface-mount package, designed for low-voltage DC-to-DC conversion and reverse polarity protection in automotive power rails. It delivers 580–650 mV forward voltage at 2 A and 25–60 µA reverse leakage at 60 V and 25 °C, with AEC-Q101 qualification for under-hood applications.

For engineers reviewing the PMEG6020EXE-QX datasheet, PMEG6020EXE-QX pinout, PMEG6020EXE-QX application, or PMEG6020EXE-QX equivalent, key selection criteria include thermal resistance to solder point (6 K/W), surge robustness (50 A IFSM), junction temperature rating (175 °C), and clip-bonded heatsink-enhanced thermal performance in space-constrained automotive modules.

Technical Context

This Schottky rectifier uses a planar metal-semiconductor junction optimized for minimal forward conduction loss and fast recovery (4 ns step trr, 6 ns ramp trr). Its clip-bond construction directly connects the cathode to an exposed heatsink pad, enabling low Rth(j-sp) of 6 K/W and stable operation up to 175 °C junction temperature.

The device operates with zero minority-carrier storage, eliminating reverse recovery charge (Qrr = 2.5 nC) and associated switching losses - critical for high-frequency SMPS designs above 20 kHz. Reverse leakage remains tightly controlled across temperature (10–50 mA at 125 °C, VR = 60 V), supporting reliable reverse polarity protection in 12 V/24 V battery systems.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Encapsulated in CFP3-HP (SOD123HP) plastic SMD package: 2.80 mm × 1.80 mm × 0.90 mm body with exposed cathode heatsink pad; standard footprint per Figure 16 (Nexperia doc 23-11-29).

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 NSR20F60HT1G, PMEG6020EXE-QX uniquely combines AEC-Q101 qualification, 6 K/W Rth(j-sp), and SOD123HP footprint - making it the only choice for thermally constrained, safety-critical automotive power rails requiring both reliability and miniaturization.

Availability

PMEG6020EXE-QX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, ADAS camera power supplies, engine control unit inputs, and 12 V/24 V DC-DC converters requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and lifecycle demands.

Supply support for PMEG6020EXE-QX 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, high-reliability discrete, logic, and MOSFET solutions for automotive, industrial, and mobile markets.

PMEG6020EXE-QX belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified Schottky rectifier product line, engineered specifically for automotive power management where low VF, thermal robustness, and surge immunity are critical in engine bay and chassis-mounted electronics.

FAQ

Is PMEG6020EXE-QX compatible with lead-free reflow soldering profiles?

Yes. The CFP3-HP package is qualified for standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D reflow profiles, including peak temperatures up to 260 °C. Recommended stencil thickness is 0.1 mm, and the footprint aligns with Nexperia's documented SOD123HP layout (Figure 16, doc 23-11-29), ensuring reliable solder joint formation on FR4 with tin-plated copper.

What is the maximum allowable ambient temperature for continuous 2 A operation?

At 2 A average forward current (δ = 0.5, 20 kHz), the maximum ambient temperature is 100 °C when mounted on an FR4 PCB with a 1 cm² cathode copper pad (per Figure 9). Without the enhanced pad, ambient must be limited to ≤70 °C (Figure 8) to maintain Tj ≤ 175 °C and avoid thermal shutdown or degradation.

Does PMEG6020EXE-QX require a heatsink for 2 A operation?

No external heatsink is required. The exposed cathode pad serves as the primary thermal interface - achieving 1.3 W total power dissipation with only a 1 cm² copper area on FR4 (Tamb ≤ 25 °C). For higher ambient conditions, increasing the copper area or adding thermal vias beneath the pad further improves thermal performance without mechanical heatsinks.

How does the 4 ns step recovery time impact EMI in high-frequency SMPS?

The 4 ns step trr minimizes reverse recovery current spike and associated dI/dt-induced voltage overshoot across parasitic inductances. In 500 kHz–1 MHz buck converters, this reduces high-frequency ringing on the switch node by >15 dB compared to 15 ns Schottky diodes - directly lowering conducted EMI and easing EMC filter design without sacrificing efficiency.