NTLUS3A18PZCTBG

Introduction

NTLUS3A18PZCTBG is a single-channel enhancement type high-voltage FET switch, a three-terminal component mainly composed of semiconductor material, designed for switching and high-frequency applications. The NTLUS3A18PZCTBG is widely used in both industrial and consumer electronics, telecommunication, lighting and automotive applications, due to their capability to handle high voltage, their small size and their reliable performance.

Specifications

The NTLUS3A18PZCTBG has an operating voltage range of -10V to 64V, with the input voltage between 1V and 8V and the output voltage between 3V and 20V. It has a drain-source on-resistance of 1.8Ω, a leakage current of 0.3µA max at 25°C and a gain of 200mV/V. The maximum output current and power dissipation are 4A and 200W respectively. The operating frequency range is from 0MHz to 250MHz.

Application Fields

NTLUS3A18PZCTBG has a wide range of applications in consumer and industrial electronics. Its high current and power capability makes it a suitable choice for applications like switch mode power supply, high voltage power converters, voltage regulators, solid state relays, motor and lighting control, telecommunication and automotive applications.

Working Principle

NTLUS3A18PZCTBG works on the principle of field enhancement. When a positive gate voltage is applied, the junction between drain and source is widened and larger current can pass through. This enables the components to handle high output current and power. The main advantage of this principle is that it avoids having to raise the drain-source voltage to achieve higher current, resulting in lower power dissipation.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the NTLUS3A18PZCTBG is a single-channel, high voltage FET switch with a wide range of applications in consumer and industrial electronics. Its desirable characteristics such as high current and power capability, low power dissipation and high operating frequency makes it an ideal choice for high voltage switching applications.