Nexperia launches new 8-inch wafer production line with first Qrr 80 V/100 V MOSFETs

     Nexperia, a specialist in basic semiconductor devices, announced the launch of a new 8-inch wafer production line in Manchester, UK, with the first products using the latest NextPower chip technology for low RDS(on) and low Qrr, 80 V and 100 V MOSFETs. The new line will immediately expand Nexperia's capacity, and the new PSMN3R9-100YSF (100 V) and PSMN3R5-80YSF (80 V) devices will have the industry's lowest Qrr factor (RDS(on) x Qrr).

     Mike Becker, Nexperia Product Manager, said: "Given the global semiconductor shortage, Nexperia is actively investing in manufacturing facilities around the world to increase capacity, including MOSFET production facilities in Manchester and the Philippines, which is good news for buyers. The performance of the new MOSFETs is also exciting for designers. These MOSFETs are ideal for a variety of switching applications and can also replace products from other suppliers."

     NextPower 80 V and 100 V chip MOSFETs can significantly reduce RDS(on), and the previous generation of 100 V devices is 7 mΩ, while the new device is only 4.3 mΩ, which is greatly improved efficiency. For 100 V devices, NextPower technology also provides an extremely low Qrr of 44 nC, effectively reducing spikes and EMI interference. Overall, the Qrr quality factor of 100 V devices is, on average, 61% lower than that of competitors in the same category.

     The new 80 V and 100 V MOSFETs are packaged with Nexperia LFPAK56E copper clip technology with high thermal and electrical performance. The devices are widely used in switching applications, including AC/DC, DC/DC and motor control.