Nexperia USA Inc. PMN70XPEAX

Overview

PMN70XPEAX from Nexperia is a single P-channel enhancement-mode Trench MOSFET in TSOP6 (SOT457) package, rated for −20 V V_DS, 70 mΩ R_DS(on) at V_GS = −4.5 V and I_D = −2 A, with 2 kV HBM ESD rating. It serves as a high-side load switch or relay driver in compact DC-DC and power management circuits.

For engineers reviewing the PMN70XPEAX datasheet, PMN70XPEAX pinout, PMN70XPEAX application, or PMN70XPEAX equivalent, this device is selected for low-threshold, fast-switching P-channel switching where space-constrained SMT layouts require robust gate drive margin and thermal performance on FR4 PCBs.

Technical Context

This MOSFET uses Trench technology to achieve low R_DS(on) and fast switching (t_d(on) = 7 ns, t_f = 17 ns), optimized for high-side configuration with V_GS(th) ranging from −0.75 V to −1.25 V at 25 °C. Its −4.5 V gate drive compatibility enables direct interfacing with 3.3 V/5 V logic without level-shifting.

The device features integrated source-drain diode (V_SD = −0.7 to −1.2 V at I_S = −0.5 A), supports peak drain current up to −12.8 A (10 µs pulse), and maintains stable operation across −55 °C to +150 °C junction temperature range.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: TSOP6 (SOT457), surface-mount plastic package with 6 leads, 3.0 mm × 2.5 mm footprint, 1.3 mm height, and exposed drain pad for thermal conduction.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar P-channel MOSFET switching applications.

Compared with DMG2305UVT-7 and SI2305DS-T1-GE3, PMN70XPEAX offers tighter V_GS(th) distribution (−0.75 to −1.25 V), superior thermal performance on standard FR4 (216 K/W), and proven 2 kV ESD robustness-making it preferred for industrial control and automotive-adjacent applications demanding reliability over minimal footprint.

Availability

PMN70XPEAX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for relay driver circuits, high-speed line drivers, and high-side loadswitch applications requiring stable component supply, consistent parametric performance across production lots, and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for PMN70XPEAX 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.

The PMN70XPEAX belongs to Nexperia's TrenchMOS P-channel portfolio, engineered specifically for space-efficient, logic-level-compatible high-side switching in industrial automation, consumer power management, and IoT endpoint power control.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous drain current for PMN70XPEAX at 100 °C ambient temperature?

The maximum continuous drain current is −2 A at T_amb = 100 °C, as specified in Table 5 (Limiting values). This rating assumes standard FR4 PCB mounting with single-sided copper and tin-plated finish; exceeding this current requires active cooling or larger copper area to maintain T_j ≤ 150 °C.

Can PMN70XPEAX be used in a low-side switching configuration?

PMN70XPEAX is optimized for high-side operation due to its P-channel structure and source-terminal reference. While electrically functional in low-side mode, it requires gate drive below system ground-introducing level-shifting complexity and negating its key advantage of logic-compatible gate control. N-channel alternatives like PMN15XNEA are preferred for low-side use.

What is the recommended PCB layout for optimal thermal performance?

For rated 6250 mW power dissipation, use a 6 cm² copper pad connected to all four drain pins (1, 2, 5, 6) on the bottom layer, with ≥4 thermal vias (0.3 mm diameter) per mm² to internal ground planes. The datasheet specifies this layout in Figure 19 (reflow footprint) and Table 6 footnote [2]. Standard footprints yield only 500 mW continuous rating.

Does PMN70XPEAX have avalanche capability, and is it rated for repetitive unclamped inductive switching?

No. The datasheet does not specify avalanche energy (E_AS) or repetitive avalanche ratings. The device is intended for clamped inductive loads only (e.g., with external freewheeling diodes). Safe Operating Area (SOA) curves in Figure 3 define pulsed limits (e.g., −12.8 A for 10 µs), but sustained unclamped inductive turn-off will cause failure outside SOA boundaries.