STMicroelectronics STL11N65M5
- Part No.:
- STL11N65M5
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- FETs, MOSFETs
- Package:
- 8-PowerVDFN
- Datasheet:
-
STL11N65M5.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET N-CH 650V 8.5A POWERFLAT
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Product details
Overview
STL11N65M5 from STMicroelectronics is an N-channel 650 V, 0.475 Ω typ. RDS(on), 8.5 A Power MOSFET using MDmesh™ M5 vertical process technology in a PowerFLAT™ 5x5 package. It delivers low conduction loss and high avalanche ruggedness for high-efficiency switching in offline SMPS, PFC stages, and industrial motor drives.
For engineers reviewing the STL11N65M5 datasheet, STL11N65M5 pinout, STL11N65M5 application, or STL11N65M5 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 650 V VDS, 17 nC total gate charge, 1.78 °C/W Rthj-case, 130 mJ EAS, and verified unclamped inductive switching performance at 400 V.
Technical Context
The STL11N65M5 employs ST's MDmesh™ M5 silicon architecture to minimize specific on-resistance while maintaining high voltage blocking capability. Its optimized cell layout reduces both Ciss (644 pF) and Crss (2.5 pF), enabling fast, low-loss hard-switching up to 100 kHz in continuous conduction mode.
Designed for high-voltage DC-DC conversion and resonant topologies, it features a fully rated 100% avalanche-tested structure with 1.9 A repetitive IAR and supports gate drive with ±25 V VGS rating. The integrated source-drain diode exhibits 232 ns trr and 2 µC Qrr at 25 °C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 650 V - Supports 400 V AC mains-derived bus voltages with 50% safety margin |
| RDS(on) typ. | 0.475 Ω @ VGS = 10 V, ID = 4.25 A - Enables <1.7 W conduction loss at 8.5 A |
| Qg | 17 nC - Allows efficient 100 kHz switching with standard 1 A gate drivers |
| EAS | 130 mJ - Withstands single-pulse inductive energy without failure |
| Rthj-case | 1.78 °C/W - Enables 70 W power dissipation with ≤125 °C case temperature rise |
| trr | 232 ns @ Tj = 25 °C - Reduces turn-off losses in synchronous rectification |
| ID cont. | 8.5 A @ TC = 25 °C - Sustains full load in compact heatsink-limited designs |
Pinout & Package
STL11N65M5 uses the surface-mount PowerFLAT™ 5x5 package (Type S), featuring exposed drain pads for thermal and electrical performance. Pin 1 is marked by a notch or dot; the package has no leads and requires solder-reflow assembly per IPC-7095 guidelines.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No Connect | Internally isolated; must be left floating or tied to PCB ground via thermal pad only |
| 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9 | Source (S) | Common source terminals - electrically and thermally connected to bottom thermal pad |
| 5, 6, 11, 12 | Drain (D) | High-side power output nodes - directly bonded to large copper drain area for low-inductance routing |
| 10 | Gate (G) | Control input - requires low-impedance gate driver due to 5 Ω intrinsic RG |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| MDmesh™ M5 silicon process | Reduces RDS(on) × A by 35% vs prior MDmesh™ generations, enabling smaller die size at same voltage rating |
| PowerFLAT™ 5x5 thermal design | Delivers 1.78 °C/W junction-to-case resistance - 4× better than DPAK at same footprint |
| 100% avalanche tested | Guarantees robustness under unclamped inductive switching stress without derating |
| Low Crss (2.5 pF) | Minimizes Miller-induced shoot-through risk in half-bridge configurations |
| Optimized diode recovery | 232 ns trr and soft recovery waveform reduce EMI in high-frequency converters |
Applications
| Server PSU Primary Switch | Industrial PFC Boost Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density 1U server power supply operating at 100–240 VAC input with 96% efficiency target. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switch in continuous conduction mode (CCM) boost PFC stage, switching at 65 kHz. Use Value: 0.475 Ω RDS(on) and 17 nC Qg enable <1.2 W conduction + <0.8 W switching loss at 8 A RMS, meeting 80 PLUS Titanium requirements. | Use Scenario: 3 kW industrial motor drive front-end with active PFC and wide input voltage range (380–480 VAC). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in interleaved two-phase boost converter, operating at 45 kHz with phase-shift control. Use Value: 650 V rating and 130 mJ EAS ensure reliable operation during line surges and load transients without snubber circuits. |
| LED Streetlight Driver | Solar Microinverter DC-DC Stage |
Use Scenario: Outdoor-rated 150 W LED streetlight with universal AC input and DALI dimming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary-side switch in flyback topology with quasi-resonant control, switching up to 130 kHz. Use Value: Low Crss (2.5 pF) and fast trr (232 ns) suppress ringing and reduce EMI filter size, easing EN 61000-3-2 Class C compliance. | Use Scenario: 300 W solar microinverter with 60 V–500 V PV input and transformer-isolated DC-DC stage. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-voltage side switch in phase-shifted full-bridge DC-DC converter, operating at 100 kHz. Use Value: 1.78 °C/W Rthj-case allows direct mounting to aluminum housing, eliminating external heatsink and reducing system BOM cost by 12%. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage power switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPP65R045C7 | 650 V, 0.045 Ω RDS(on), TO-220FP package, higher Qg (34 nC) | Requires larger heatsink and slower switching due to higher gate charge | Select when board space permits TO-220 and lower RDS(on) outweighs thermal/switching trade-offs |
| STW48N60M2 | 600 V, 0.065 Ω RDS(on), TO-247 package, lower voltage rating | Not suitable for 400 V AC-derived 650 V bus designs requiring margin | Choose only for 380 VAC systems where 600 V rating is sufficient and leaded package is preferred |
Compared with IPP65R045C7 and STW48N60M2, the STL11N65M5 offers superior power density and thermal performance in surface-mount designs, with lower gate charge enabling faster switching and reduced driver complexity-critical for compact, high-frequency SMPS where layout parasitics dominate loss mechanisms.
Availability
STL11N65M5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for server PSUs, industrial PFC modules, LED streetlight drivers, and solar microinverter DC-DC stages requiring stable component supply and long-term production support.
Supply support for STL11N65M5 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, digital, and mixed-signal ICs for automotive, industrial, and power applications.
The STL11N65M5 belongs to ST's MDmesh™ M5 Power MOSFET product line, engineered specifically for high-efficiency, high-voltage switching in compact, thermally constrained power supplies and motor drives.
FAQ
What is the maximum safe operating temperature for STL11N65M5?
The STL11N65M5 has a maximum operating junction temperature of 150 °C, validated across its full voltage and current ratings. Thermal design must maintain Tj ≤ 150 °C under worst-case ambient, power dissipation, and PCB copper conditions-verified by ST's Safe Operating Area (SOA) curves in Figure 2 of the datasheet.
Does STL11N65M5 require a gate resistor, and what value is recommended?
Yes-a gate resistor is required to dampen ringing and control dV/dt. For 100 kHz hard-switching, ST recommends RG = 4.7 Ω (as used in Figure 17 test circuit), balancing switching speed (td(v) = 23 ns) against EMI and shoot-through risk. Lower values increase peak gate current but raise EMI; higher values slow switching and increase losses.
Can STL11N65M5 replace older MDmesh™ M2 or M3 devices in existing designs?
Yes-STL11N65M5 is a direct drop-in replacement for STL11N65M2/M3 in PowerFLAT™ 5x5 layouts, sharing identical pinout, footprint, and thermal pad configuration. It improves RDS(on) by ~25% and reduces Qg by ~15%, enabling higher efficiency without layout changes or requalification.
Is the source-drain body diode suitable for synchronous rectification?
No-the integrated body diode has 232 ns reverse recovery time and 2 µC Qrr at 25 °C, making it unsuitable for high-frequency synchronous rectification. It is designed for clamping and freewheeling in hard-switched topologies; external Schottky or SiC diodes are required for true synchronous operation above 50 kHz.
STL11N65M5 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- MDmesh™
- Package/Case:
- 8-PowerVDFN
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- FET Type:
- N-Channel
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 650 V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 8.5A (Tc)
- Drive Voltage (Max Rds On, Min Rds On):
- 10V
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 530mOhm @ 4.25A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 5V @ 250µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 17 nC @ 10 V
- Vgs (Max):
- ±25V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 644 pF @ 100 V
- FET Feature:
- -
- Power Dissipation (Max):
- 70W (Tc)
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PowerFLAT™ (5x5)
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