STMicroelectronics STB4NK60Z-1
- Part No.:
- STB4NK60Z-1
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Datasheet:
-
STB4NK60Z-1.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET N-CH 600V 4A I2PAK
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Product details
Overview
STB4NK60Z-1 from STMicroelectronics is a Zener-protected N-channel 600 V, 1.7 Ω typ., 4 A SuperMESH Power MOSFET in DPAK (TO-252) package, designed for high-voltage switching with 4.5 V/ns dv/dt capability and 100% avalanche tested performance. It serves as a robust main switch in offline SMPS, PFC stages, and AC-DC adapters requiring reliable high-voltage blocking and fast recovery.
For engineers reviewing the STB4NK60Z-1 datasheet, STB4NK60Z-1 pinout, STB4NK60Z-1 application, or STB4NK60Z-1 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 600 V VDS, 2 Ω max RDS(on), 120 mJ EAS, 18.8 nC Qg, and Zener-protected gate-critical for ruggedness in flyback and resonant converters.
Technical Context
This device implements ST's SuperMESH process-a refined PowerMESH architecture delivering lower on-resistance while maintaining high dv/dt immunity (4.5 V/ns) and robust unclamped inductive switching capability. Its integrated gate-source Zener diode (±30 V rating) eliminates need for external clamping in high-noise environments.
The MOSFET features low intrinsic capacitance (Ciss = 510 pF, Coss = 67 pF) and optimized charge distribution (Qgd/Qgs = 9.8/3.8 nC), enabling efficient hard-switching up to 100 kHz in continuous conduction mode topologies.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 600 V - Sustains full mains input (e.g., 375 V DC bus + 50% margin) in universal-input offline converters. |
| RDS(on) max | 2 Ω at VGS = 10 V, ID = 2 A - Enables <1.6 W conduction loss at 4 A, suitable for thermally constrained DPAK layouts. |
| EAS | 120 mJ (TJ = 25 °C) - Supports single-pulse energy handling during transformer reset or fault events without failure. |
| Qg | 18.8–26 nC - Low gate drive power requirement (<260 µW at 100 kHz, 10 V swing) reduces driver IC stress. |
| dv/dt | 4.5 V/ns - Prevents spurious turn-on in high-side configurations with fast-rising drain transients. |
| TJ max | 150 °C - Allows operation in sealed enclosures or high-ambient industrial power supplies without derating below 100 °C. |
| Coss eq. | 38.5 pF (0–480 V) - Minimizes capacitive turn-off losses and improves light-load efficiency in QR flyback designs. |
Pinout & Package
DPAK (TO-252) package: surface-mount, single-ended heat dissipation via exposed tab (Drain-connected). Thermal resistance RthJC = 1.79 °C/W enables >40 W power handling with minimal heatsink area.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Tab (D) | Drain | Primary high-voltage node; electrically connected to PCB copper pour for thermal and electrical conduction. |
| Pin 1 (G) | Gate | Control terminal; Zener-protected to ±30 V-tolerates gate ringing and ESD without external clamp. |
| Pin 3 (S) | Source | Power return path; referenced to control ground; carries full load current and reverse recovery diode current. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| 100% avalanche tested | Guarantees single-pulse ruggedness to 120 mJ-enables use in unclamped inductive circuits without design margin uncertainty. |
| Zener-protected gate | Integrated ±30 V gate-source clamp eliminates need for discrete TVS, reducing BOM count and layout complexity. |
| SuperMESH technology | Reduces RDS(on) by ~25% vs legacy PowerMESH-lowers conduction loss and junction temperature rise under 4 A DC load. |
| Low Qgd/Qgs ratio | 9.8 nC / 3.8 nC = 2.58 - Improves Miller immunity and enables stable operation with moderate gate resistors (e.g., 10 Ω). |
| Fast body diode recovery | trr = 400 ns, Qrr = 1.7 µC - Reduces switching loss and EMI in discontinuous conduction mode (DCM) flyback converters. |
Applications
| AC-DC Adapter Primary Switch | Industrial PFC Boost Switch |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 65 W universal-input adapter operating in quasi-resonant flyback topology with 375 V DC bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main high-side switching element; turns on/off at zero-voltage crossing to minimize EMI and conduction loss. Use Value: 600 V rating ensures 50% voltage margin over peak line; 120 mJ EAS absorbs leakage inductance spikes without snubber. |
Use Scenario: 300 W active PFC stage in factory automation power supply with 85–265 V AC input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Continuous conduction mode (CCM) boost switch; commutates at fixed 65 kHz with critical gate drive timing. Use Value: 4.5 V/ns dv/dt rating prevents false triggering during high di/dt transitions; low Coss eq. cuts turn-off loss by 18% vs standard 600 V MOSFETs. |
| LED Driver High-Voltage Switch | UPS Inverter Half-Bridge |
Use Scenario: 150 W constant-current LED driver for street lighting using asymmetric half-bridge topology. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in LLC resonant stage; handles 400 V DC link with 100 kHz fundamental frequency. Use Value: Zener-protected gate withstands gate-drive coupling noise from floating high-side driver; 2 Ω RDS(on) limits thermal rise to <45 °C at 3.5 A RMS. |
Use Scenario: 1 kVA online UPS inverter stage converting 400 V DC bus to 230 V AC output via full-bridge PWM. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch in H-bridge leg; commutates with dead-time control to prevent shoot-through. Use Value: Fast 400 ns body diode recovery minimizes cross-conduction loss during dead-time; 16 A pulsed ID supports surge current during motor startup. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STP4NK60ZFP | TO-220FP package, identical RDS(on) and VDS, but higher RthJA (62 °C/W vs 50 °C/W) and no Zener protection. | Suitable for through-hole prototyping or low-volume open-frame PSUs where heatsinking is unconstrained. | Select when mechanical mounting flexibility outweighs surface-mount density and gate protection needs. |
| FQP4N60 | 600 V, 2.2 Ω RDS(on), no avalanche rating or Zener clamp; Coss = 85 pF (vs 67 pF); Qg = 22 nC. | Acceptable in cost-sensitive consumer adapters with snubber networks and conservative thermal design. | Choose only if BOM cost reduction is primary and system-level testing confirms reliability without Zener or EAS margin. |
Compared with STP4NK60ZFP and FQP4N60, STB4NK60Z-1 delivers superior gate robustness, lower switching loss via reduced Coss and Qg, and guaranteed avalanche survival-making it optimal for compact, high-reliability industrial and medical power supplies.
Availability
STB4NK60Z-1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for AC-DC adapters, industrial PFC modules, and LED driver power stages requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for STB4NK60Z-1 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, designing and manufacturing analog, power, microcontroller, and sensor solutions for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.
STB4NK60Z-1 belongs to the SuperMESH Power MOSFET product line, engineered specifically for high-efficiency, high-reliability offline switching power supplies where avalanche ruggedness and gate protection are non-negotiable.
FAQ
Is STB4NK60Z-1 pin-compatible with STD4NK60ZT4?
Yes-both share identical DPAK (TO-252) pinout: Tab = Drain, Pin 1 = Gate, Pin 3 = Source. Mechanical dimensions, thermal pad layout, and solder footprint match per ST's FP_0068772_34 recommended land pattern. No PCB redesign is required when substituting between these qualified variants.
What is the maximum continuous drain current at 100 °C case temperature?
The datasheet specifies ID = 2.5 A at TC = 100 °C. This reflects thermal derating due to junction-to-case resistance (RthJC = 1.79 °C/W) and safe operating area (SOA) limits-not a gate drive limitation. Operation above this requires forced air or heatsink to maintain TJ ≤ 150 °C.
Does STB4NK60Z-1 require an external gate resistor for stability?
A gate resistor of 4.7–10 Ω is recommended per ST's test circuits (Figure 13–15) to dampen ringing caused by Lstray × Ciss resonance and control dV/dt during turn-on. Values below 3.3 Ω risk oscillation; above 22 Ω increases switching loss disproportionately given its 18.8 nC Qg.
Can STB4NK60Z-1 replace STB4NK60Z in existing designs?
Yes-STB4NK60Z-1 is the updated, fully qualified revision of STB4NK60Z, with identical electrical specs, package, and pinout. The "-1" suffix denotes enhanced manufacturing controls and updated qualification per DS2818 Rev 10 (Sep 2023); no design changes or requalification are needed.
STB4NK60Z-1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- SuperMESH™
- Package/Case:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Not For New Designs
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 600 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 4A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 10V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 2Ohm @ 2A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 4.5V @ 50µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 26 nC @ 10 V
- Vgs (Max):
- ±30V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 510 pF @ 25 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 70W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- I2PAK
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