BSS138W-7-F Discrete Semiconductor Products

The BSS138W-7-F is a N-channel enhancement-mode MOSFET (metal oxide semiconductor field-effect transistor). It is a commonly used transistor for a variety of power load switching applications. It is a single transistor, and is a member of the field of transistors, specifically FETs (field-effect transistors).

The BSS138W-7-F transistor is mainly used in switching applications and can be used in amplifier stages and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) electronic circuit designs. It also has a wide range of DC load switching applications in all kinds of electronic equipment. It can also be used in audio amplifiers and voltage regulators, and can be mounted in multiple-output SMD (Surface Mount Device) version packages.

The BSS138W-7-F transistor is constructed utilizing a vertical N-channel, Oxide Trench MOSFET process, and is designed with low-voltage driving and fewer internal elements, providing superior power handling performance as well as thermal and electrical stability. The BSS138W-7-F transistor is capable of providing up to 100mA of drain current and can switch with a low on-state resistance of 0.45 ohms. The drain-source breakdown voltage of this transistor is 80V and can operate from 0 to 85°C ambient temperature range.

The BSS138W-7-F transistor operates on the principle of an insulated gate which, due to the presence of electrons and holes in the channel region, forms a barrier between source and drain used for switching purposes. The transistor can be used for both intemittent and continuous conduction modes of operation. The gate-threshold voltage of the BSS138W-7-F transistor is a maximum of 4V.

A common application of the BSS138W-7-F transistor is in design of boost converters and DC-DC converters. Boost converters are useful in providing a constant output voltage with varying input voltage levels. DC-DC converters are commonly used to vary the output voltage of the device or to step voltage up or down and allow varying current outputs. The BSS138W-7-F transistor is a useful transistor to utilize in these applications due to its high current capabilities, low gate threshold voltage, and lower on-state resistance.

The BSS138W-7-F transistor is also used for general purpose load switching purposes. Its low off-state and on-state resistances make it suitable for use in a number of load-switching applications. Additionally, the addition of a heat sink can enable it to handle significantly high current levels. The BSS138W-7-F transistor is also available in a variety of different packages, and can be used effectively in custom PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) for switching and amplification purposes.

Overall, the BSS138W-7-F transistor is a useful device for a variety of applications across a range of electronic devices. Its low gate threshold and low on-state resistances make it suitable for boost converters, DC-DC converters, voltage regulators, audio amplifers, and a variety of other applications. The BSS138W-7-F transistor is capable of handling voltages up to 80V and is available in multiple SMD package types, making it a versatile choice for all types of load switching requirements.