Nexperia USA Inc. PMEG6030EVPX

Overview

PMEG6030EVPX from Nexperia is a planar Schottky barrier rectifier with integrated guard ring for stress protection, designed for low-voltage, high-efficiency DC-to-DC conversion and reverse polarity protection. It delivers 3 A average forward current at ≤60 V reverse voltage, features 420–475 mV forward voltage at 3 A (25 °C), operates up to 175 °C junction temperature, and uses clip-bonding technology for enhanced thermal and power performance in compact SOD128 (CFP5) packaging.

For engineers reviewing the PMEG6030EVPX datasheet, PMEG6030EVPX pinout, PMEG6030EVPX application, or PMEG6030EVPX equivalent, key selection considerations include its low VF at high IF, pulsed IR of ≤400 µA at 60 V/25 °C, 20 ns reverse recovery time, thermal resistance as low as 12 K/W (junction-to-solder point), and compatibility with both reflow and wave soldering processes.

Technical Context

This Schottky rectifier employs a planar die structure with an integrated guard ring to suppress edge breakdown and improve reliability under transient stress. Its clip-bonded construction minimizes parasitic inductance and enhances thermal conduction from the cathode tab.

The device exhibits negligible reverse recovery charge (trr = 20 ns) and ultra-low forward voltage - critical for minimizing conduction losses in high-frequency switching topologies. Diode capacitance is 575 pF at 1 V and 200 pF at 10 V (1 MHz, 25 °C), supporting fast switching with controlled EMI generation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Encapsulated in the SOD128 (CFP5) surface-mount plastic package: 3.8 mm × 2.6 mm × 1.0 mm body, 4 mm lead pitch, flat leads optimized for automated assembly and thermal transfer via cathode pad.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with VS-3EYH06-M3 and SB360, PMEG6030EVPX offers the lowest VF, smallest footprint, highest junction temperature rating, and integrated guard ring - making it optimal for thermally constrained, high-efficiency, and reliability-critical 3 A rectification tasks.

Availability

PMEG6030EVPX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for USB-C power delivery input protection, industrial 24 V DC-DC converter output rectification, and IoT sensor node battery protection requiring stable component supply, consistent parametric performance, and long-term manufacturing continuity.

Supply support for PMEG6030EVPX 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 essential semiconductors - including logic, discrete, and MOSFETs - serving automotive, industrial, mobile, and computing markets.

PMEG6030EVPX belongs to Nexperia's Schottky rectifier product line, engineered specifically for high-efficiency, low-VF, and thermally robust power conversion in space- and performance-constrained applications.

FAQ

Is PMEG6030EVPX automotive qualified?

No. PMEG6030EVPX is not AEC-Q101 qualified and is explicitly designated for industrial, consumer, and computing applications. Nexperia states in its legal disclaimers that non-automotive qualified products are unsuitable for safety-critical automotive systems. Its 175 °C Tj rating supports high-ambient industrial use but does not imply automotive qualification.

What is the recommended PCB layout for thermal performance?

For full 3 A average current capability, Nexperia specifies a 1 cm² copper pad connected to pin 1 (cathode) on FR4 PCBs. The pad must be tin-plated and use the wave soldering footprint shown in Figure 20 or reflow footprint in Figure 19. Thermal resistance drops from 120 K/W (standard footprint) to 12 K/W (optimized pad), directly enabling higher sustained power dissipation.

Does PMEG6030EVPX have a specified reverse recovery charge (Qrr)?

No - Qrr is not specified in the datasheet. As a Schottky rectifier, it exhibits majority-carrier conduction and lacks minority-carrier storage; its 20 ns trr reflects junction capacitance discharge time, not stored-charge removal. This eliminates reverse recovery loss, making it inherently suitable for high-frequency switching without snubbers or dead-time optimization.

Can PMEG6030EVPX replace a standard silicon rectifier in an existing design?

Yes - with verification of voltage margin and thermal layout. Its 60 V VR exceeds typical 50 V silicon diodes, and 420 mV VF at 3 A reduces conduction loss by ~65% versus a 1N5822 (VF ≈ 1.1 V). However, IR is higher (µA vs. nA), so verify leakage impact in high-impedance or battery-critical paths before substitution.