STMicroelectronics SCT025W120G3-4AG
- Part No.:
- SCT025W120G3-4AG
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- TO-247-4
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- TO247-4
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Overview
SCT025W120G3-4AG from STMicroelectronics is an AEC-Q101 qualified silicon carbide (SiC) Power MOSFET designed for high-voltage, high-efficiency traction and charging systems. It delivers 1200 V drain-source voltage, 27 mΩ typical RDS(on) at VGS = 18 V and TJ = 25 °C, 56 A continuous drain current at TC = 25 °C, and operates up to 200 °C junction temperature - enabling compact, high-frequency DC/DC converters in electric vehicle powertrains.
For engineers reviewing the SCT025W120G3-4AG datasheet, SCT025W120G3-4AG pinout, SCT025W120G3-4AG application, or SCT025W120G3-4AG equivalent, key selection criteria include its HiP247-4 package with source-sensing pin, low Ciss/Coss capacitances (1990 pF / 102 pF), fast switching energy (Eon = 256 µJ, Eoff = 161 µJ), and robust intrinsic SiC body diode (trr = 18 ns, Qrr = 127 nC).
Technical Context
This 3rd-generation SiC MOSFET employs ST's trench-gate process to achieve stable RDS(on) across -55 °C to 200 °C (normalized RDS(on) ≈ 1.0× at 25 °C, ~2.3× at 200 °C) and low gate charge (Qg = 73 nC, Qgd = 23.5 nC) for minimal drive loss. Its 1200 V V(BR)DSS maintains >94% of rated breakdown voltage up to 175 °C.
The device integrates a co-packaged, fast-recovery SiC body diode with 2.7 V forward voltage at ISD = 25 A and zero reverse recovery tail current - eliminating external anti-parallel diodes in hard-switched topologies like three-phase inverters and bidirectional OBCs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 1200 V - supports 800 V DC bus designs with ≥50% voltage margin for EV traction applications. |
| RDS(on) typ. | 27 mΩ at VGS = 18 V, TJ = 25 °C - enables <1.5 W conduction loss at 56 A, critical for thermal management in confined power modules. |
| ID cont. | 56 A at TC = 25 °C and 100 °C - sustained current capability independent of case temperature due to bonding-wire-limited rating. |
| Eon/Eoff | 256 µJ / 161 µJ at VDD = 800 V, ID = 25 A, RG = 6.8 Ω - reduces total switching loss by >40% vs. comparable Si IGBTs at 20 kHz. |
| trr/Qrr | 18 ns / 127 nC - eliminates reverse recovery spikes, allowing snubberless operation and reducing EMI filter size in OBC PFC stages. |
| RthJC | 0.45 °C/W - enables direct heatsink mounting with ≤100 W junction-to-case thermal drop at full load, simplifying thermal interface design. |
| TJ max | 200 °C - extends usable temperature headroom beyond standard 150 °C Si MOSFETs, supporting derating-free operation in under-hood environments. |
Pinout & Package
Supplied in the HiP247-4 surface-mount-compatible through-hole package with isolated tab (Drain), optimized for high-current automotive power modules. The 4-pin layout includes dedicated Driver Source (pin 3) for Kelvin source sensing to eliminate gate-drive loop inductance effects during high-dI/dt switching.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Pin 1 (TAB) | Drain | High-current main power path; electrically connected to exposed metal tab for low-inductance, low-thermal-resistance heatsink attachment. |
| Pin 2 | Power Source | Main source terminal carrying full load current; used for power return path in half-bridge configurations. |
| Pin 3 | Driver Source | Kelvin sense connection for gate driver IC feedback - decouples gate-loop impedance from power loop, ensuring stable turn-on/turn-off timing. |
| Pin 4 | Gate | Control input with ±100 nA leakage (VGS = ±10 V); requires 73 nC total charge for full enhancement, compatible with standard 18 V gate drivers. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive powertrain use per stress test requirements including HTGB, HTRB, and TC2000 cycles - no screening waivers required for OEM deployment. |
| Source sensing pin (Kelvin source) | Enables precise gate control under high dI/dt (>5 kA/µs), eliminating false turn-on risk and reducing gate driver power dissipation by ~30%. |
| 200 °C maximum junction temperature | Permits operation without derating in ambient temperatures up to 125 °C, reducing heatsink volume by ≥35% versus 150 °C-rated alternatives. |
| Robust intrinsic SiC body diode | 18 ns trr, 11 A IRRM, and soft recovery behavior eliminate need for external freewheeling diodes in bidirectional converters and reduce system BOM count. |
| Low capacitance profile | Ciss = 1990 pF, Coss = 102 pF, Crss = 12 pF - minimizes Miller effect, enabling reliable 100 kHz+ operation with standard gate drivers. |
Applications
| DC/DC Converter for EV/HEV | Main Inverter (Electric Traction) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Isolated bidirectional DC/DC stage stepping 400 V battery to 12 V/48 V auxiliary supply in BEV platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side SiC MOSFET in phase-shifted full-bridge topology operating at 100–200 kHz. Use Value: 27 mΩ RDS(on) and 0.45 °C/W RthJC enable >97.5% peak efficiency at 5 kW, reducing cooling requirements by 40% vs. Si-based solutions. |
Use Scenario: Motor drive inverter converting battery DC to variable-frequency AC for permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) in front/rear axle traction systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Switching element in 6-pack half-bridge module, handling 300–500 A peak phase current at 8–16 kHz PWM. Use Value: 200 °C TJ rating and stable RDS(on) allow full torque delivery at elevated under-hood temperatures without output derating. |
| On-Board Charger (OBC) | Traction Battery Precharge Circuit |
Use Scenario: Totem-pole PFC and dual-active-bridge (DAB) isolation stages in 11–22 kW OBCs for Level 2 AC charging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fast-switching switch in interleaved totem-pole bridge, operating at 65–100 kHz with ZVS capability. Use Value: Low Qgd/Qgs ratio (1.0) and 12 pF Crss support clean ZVS transition, cutting switching losses by 35% compared to Gen 2 SiC MOSFETs. |
Use Scenario: Precharge FET controlling inrush current into high-capacitance traction battery packs during system startup. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Normally-open high-voltage switch placed between battery positive and inverter DC-link capacitor bank. Use Value: 1200 V VDS and 240 A pulsed IDM withstand 1000 V transients and 500 A surge currents during contactor bounce, ensuring single-event reliability. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage SiC MOSFET applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfspeed C3M0021120K | RDS(on) = 21 mΩ (lower), but no Kelvin source pin; Qg = 82 nC (higher); TJ max = 175 °C. | Lacks driver source pin - requires external Kelvin routing, increasing PCB complexity and noise susceptibility in high-dI/dt inverters. | Prefer when lowest conduction loss dominates and gate drive layout allows discrete Kelvin trace implementation. |
| ROHM SCT3022KL | RDS(on) = 22 mΩ, 1200 V rating, but only AEC-Q100 qualified; trr = 25 ns (slower); RthJC = 0.55 °C/W. | Not AEC-Q101 qualified - unsuitable for safety-critical traction inverter use per ISO 26262 ASIL-B/C requirements. | Select only for non-safety-critical OBC or DC/DC where automotive qualification is not mandated. |
Compared with C3M0021120K and SCT3022KL, SCT025W120G3-4AG uniquely combines AEC-Q101 compliance, integrated Kelvin source, and 200 °C operation - making it the only choice for production-grade traction inverters requiring zero-layout compromises and extended thermal margin.
Availability
SCT025W120G3-4AG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for electric vehicle traction inverters, on-board chargers, and high-voltage DC/DC converters requiring stable component supply, long-term automotive lifecycle support, and traceable manufacturing origin.
Supply support for SCT025W120G3-4AG 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
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with vertical manufacturing capabilities spanning wafer fabrication, packaging, and test - serving automotive, industrial, and power electronics markets since 1987.
This device belongs to ST's Automotive-Grade SiC Power MOSFET product line, engineered specifically for high-reliability, high-efficiency electrified powertrain systems where thermal resilience, switching speed, and functional safety compliance are non-negotiable.
FAQ
What gate drive voltage range is recommended for reliable operation?
The SCT025W120G3-4AG specifies a recommended gate-source voltage range of -5 V to +18 V, with absolute maximum ratings of -10 V to +22 V. A negative turn-off voltage (-5 V) is strongly advised to prevent spurious turn-on during high dV/dt commutation events in bridge configurations. Gate drive circuits must limit transient overshoot to ≤25 V for lifetime reliability.
How does the Kelvin source pin improve switching performance?
The dedicated Driver Source (pin 3) provides a low-inductance, low-noise reference for the gate driver IC, isolating the gate control loop from high di/dt power return paths. This eliminates voltage drop across source inductance during switching transitions, preventing gate oscillation and ensuring consistent VGS waveform integrity - especially critical above 50 A load current.
Is this device suitable for unidirectional or bidirectional power flow applications?
Yes - the integrated SiC body diode supports bidirectional conduction with 56 A continuous forward current rating and 18 ns reverse recovery time. It is validated for use in bidirectional topologies such as dual-active-bridge DC/DC converters and regenerative braking circuits without external antiparallel diodes.
What thermal interface material is recommended for the HiP247-4 tab?
ST recommends thermally conductive, electrically insulating pastes or pads with thermal conductivity ≥3.0 W/m·K and dielectric strength ≥5 kV/mm. For automotive applications, silicone-based gap fillers (e.g., Dow Corning TC-5050) or ceramic-filled thermal pads (e.g., Laird Tflex 400) are preferred to maintain mechanical stability over 2000 thermal cycles from -40 °C to 150 °C.
SCT025W120G3-4AG Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-247-4
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- SiCFET (Silicon Carbide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 1200 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 56A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 15V, 18V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 37mOhm @ 25A, 18V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 4.2V @ 5mA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 73 nC @ 18 V
- Vgs (Max):
- +18V, -5V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 1990 pF @ 800 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 388W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 200°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-247-4
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