STMicroelectronics STL8DN6LF3
- Part No.:
- STL8DN6LF3
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- FET, MOSFET Arrays
- Package:
- 8-PowerVDFN
- Datasheet:
-
STL8DN6LF3.pdf
- Description:
- MOSFET 2N-CH 60V 20A POWERFLAT
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Product details
Overview
STL8DN6LF3 from STMicroelectronics is an AEC-Q101 qualified N-channel Power MOSFET in PowerFLAT 5x6 double island package, featuring 60 V VDS, 22.5 mΩ typ. RDS(on) at VGS = 10 V, 7.8 A continuous drain current at Tpcb = 25 °C, and 175 °C maximum junction temperature. It serves as a high-efficiency, logic-level switching device in automotive power distribution modules.
For engineers reviewing the STL8DN6LF3 datasheet, STL8DN6LF3 pinout, STL8DN6LF3 application, or STL8DN6LF3 equivalent, key selection criteria include its wettable flank package for automated optical inspection, 100% unclamped avalanche rating (EAS = 190 mJ), and dual-island thermal layout enabling enhanced PCB heat spreading in space-constrained automotive ECUs.
Technical Context
This MOSFET employs ST's proprietary STripFET F3 process to simultaneously minimize RDS(on) and gate charge (Qg = 13 nC), delivering low conduction and switching losses. Its logic-level VGS(th) (1–2.5 V) ensures full enhancement with standard 3.3 V or 5 V microcontroller GPIOs.
The PowerFLAT 5x6 double island package integrates separate source and drain copper islands on the bottom side, enabling direct thermal coupling to PCB copper planes while maintaining electrical isolation between source and drain terminals - critical for high-current, low-inductance automotive load switch designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDS | 60 V - supports 48 V automotive systems with 20 % margin against transients per ISO 7637-2. |
| RDS(on) max | 30 mΩ at VGS = 10 V, ID = 4 A - enables ≤2.4 W conduction loss at 8 A DC load. |
| ID (Tpcb = 25 °C) | 7.8 A - rated for sustained current on 1 in² 2 oz Cu PCB without forced airflow. |
| EAS | 190 mJ - guarantees robustness against inductive turn-off energy in solenoid/relay drivers. |
| TJ max | 175 °C - meets under-hood temperature requirements for engine control and transmission modules. |
| Qg | 13 nC - reduces gate drive power and enables fast switching (td(off) = 32.5 ns) with low-RG drivers. |
| Ciss | 668 pF - limits Miller-induced shoot-through risk in half-bridge configurations. |
Pinout & Package
STL8DN6LF3 uses the PowerFLAT 5x6 double island WF type R package (JEDEC MO-263 variant), with exposed drain (rear-side) and source (front-side) terminals electrically isolated on separate copper islands. The package features wettable flanks for solder joint inspection.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Drain (rear-side copper pad) | Main current path output | Direct thermal interface to PCB ground plane; handles full load current and dissipates >90 % of power loss. |
| Source (front-side pin 1–3) | Reference node for gate drive and current sensing | Low-inductance connection to source return path; enables accurate high-side current monitoring via Kelvin sense. |
| Gate (front-side pin 4) | Control input | Logic-compatible input requiring ≤2.5 V threshold; driven directly by MCU GPIO without level shifter. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive applications including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD testing per stress test plan. |
| Wettable flank package | Enables automated optical inspection (AOI) of solder fillets on all four side edges - critical for zero-defect automotive manufacturing. |
| 100 % avalanche rated | Guaranteed single-pulse ruggedness up to 190 mJ without degradation - eliminates need for external snubbers in inductive loads. |
| Double island thermal layout | Separates source and drain copper islands to maximize PCB copper area utilization for heat spreading while maintaining isolation. |
| Logic-level VGS(th) | 1–2.5 V threshold ensures reliable turn-on with 3.3 V microcontrollers - reduces BOM count vs. gate driver ICs. |
Applications
| Body Control Module Load Switch | Automotive HVAC Blower Driver |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Controlling 12 V/24 V resistive and inductive loads (e.g., door locks, window lifts) in centralized body control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side load switch with integrated overcurrent and thermal protection via external controller feedback. Use Value: 7.8 A continuous rating and 31.2 A pulsed capability support peak motor startup currents; wettable flanks ensure AOI-compliant assembly in Tier-1 production lines. | Use Scenario: PWM-driven DC blower motor in climate control systems requiring variable speed and reverse polarity protection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switching element in half-bridge configuration with freewheeling diode conduction during off-time. Use Value: 1.3 V VSD forward voltage at 7.8 A minimizes conduction loss in diode mode; 30 ns trr reduces switching loss during commutation. |
| Engine Management Injector Driver | Electric Power Steering (EPS) Motor Phase Switch |
Use Scenario: Driving 12 V fuel injectors with precise pulse-width modulation for stoichiometric air-fuel ratio control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fast-switching low-side switch with <32.5 ns turn-off delay to support sub-millisecond injection timing resolution. Use Value: 13 nC Qg and 30 ns tf enable clean, jitter-free current pulses; 175 °C TJ max sustains operation near hot engine blocks. | Use Scenario: Half-bridge phase leg in 48 V EPS motor inverters requiring high reliability and thermal resilience. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: N-channel power switch in three-phase inverter topology, paired with complementary high-side driver. Use Value: Double-island package allows independent thermal management of source and drain paths; 22.5 mΩ RDS(on) limits I²R loss at 10 A RMS phase current. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar N-channel automotive MOSFET applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infineon BSC014N06LS3 | 60 V, 1.4 mΩ RDS(on), PG-TSDSON-8 package (single island), no wettable flanks | Higher current density but requires X-ray inspection; lacks AOI support for front-end SMT lines | Select when board space is constrained and AOI is not mandated; verify thermal derating on same PCB layout. |
| ON Semiconductor NTMFS5C673NL | 60 V, 3.2 mΩ RDS(on), PowerTrench® 5x6 with wettable flanks, but only single island | Lower RDS(on) improves efficiency, yet thermal resistance junction-to-PCB is 42 °C/W vs. STL8DN6LF3's 35 °C/W | Prefer for ultra-low-loss designs where thermal budget allows higher Rth(j-pcb); confirm layout compatibility with single-island footprint. |
Compared with BSC014N06LS3 and NTMFS5C673NL, STL8DN6LF3 uniquely combines wettable flanks, double-island thermal architecture, and AEC-Q101 validation - making it optimal for safety-critical, AOI-governed automotive modules where manufacturability and thermal reliability are co-prioritized.
Availability
STL8DN6LF3 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, HVAC blower drivers, and engine management injector circuits requiring stable component supply across multi-year vehicle production cycles.
Supply support for STL8DN6LF3 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, specializing in automotive, industrial, and power discrete technologies with vertical manufacturing capabilities.
The STL8DN6LF3 belongs to ST's STripFET F3 automotive power MOSFET product line, engineered specifically for high-reliability, thermally demanding automotive subsystems operating up to 175 °C junction temperature.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous drain current for STL8DN6LF3 under real-world PCB conditions?
The datasheet specifies 7.8 A continuous drain current (ID) at Tpcb = 25 °C on a 1 inch², 2 oz copper PCB. This value drops to 5.5 A at Tpcb = 100 °C. Derating must follow the SOA curve in Figure 1, which accounts for pulse duration and thermal impedance limitations.
Does STL8DN6LF3 require a gate resistor for safe operation in automotive PWM applications?
Yes - a gate resistor (e.g., 4.7 Ω as used in the datasheet's switching time tests) is recommended to control dV/dt, suppress ringing, and limit peak gate current. The intrinsic gate resistance is 4 Ω, so external series resistance ensures robust EMI performance and prevents driver overstress during fast transitions.
How does the double island package improve thermal performance compared to standard PowerFLAT 5x6?
The double island layout separates source and drain copper pads on the rear side, allowing independent thermal vias and copper pours for each terminal. This reduces effective Rth(j-pcb) to 35 °C/W (vs. ~42 °C/W in single-island variants) and avoids thermal crosstalk between high-current paths in multi-MOSFET layouts.
Can STL8DN6LF3 be used in synchronous rectification topologies?
No - STL8DN6LF3 is optimized as a controlled switch, not a synchronous rectifier. Its body diode has 1.3 V forward voltage and 30 ns reverse recovery time, which is acceptable for freewheeling but insufficient for high-frequency synchronous rectification where low VF and sub-10 ns trr are required. Use dedicated SR controllers with optimized diodes instead.
STL8DN6LF3 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- STripFET™ III
- Package/Case:
- 8-PowerVDFN
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Technology:
- MOSFET (Metal Oxide)
- Configuration:
- 2 N-Channel (Dual)
- FET Feature:
- Logic Level Gate
- Drain to Source Voltage (Vdss):
- 60V
- Current - Continuous Drain (Id) @ 25°C:
- 20A
- Rds On (Max) @ Id, Vgs:
- 30mOhm @ 4A, 10V
- Vgs(th) (Max) @ Id:
- 2.5V @ 250µA
- Gate Charge (Qg) (Max) @ Vgs:
- 13nC @ 10V
- Input Capacitance (Ciss) (Max) @ Vds:
- 668pF @ 25V
- Power - Max:
- 65W
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PowerFlat™ (5x6)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The STL8DN6LF3 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for STL8DN6LF3:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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