Nexperia introduces first 40-100 V automotive MLPAK MOSFETs
Nexperia has introduced its first portfolio of 40-100 V automotive MOSFETs in industry standard micro-lead packages designed for use in body control, infotainment, reverse battery protection and LED lighting applications. This launch initially features 19 devices in MLPAK33-WF as well as Nexperia’s first 40 V device in MLPAK56-WF, both incorporating wettable flanks (-WF) to enable reliable solder joint inspect and AOI.
Vehicle architectures are evolving from ECU-based control, where each function has its own unit, to domain control, and now towards zonal architectures that consolidate applications under zonal control units. At the same time, the rise of electronics-rich vehicles and the growing integration of infotainment and smart features are prompting OEMs to rethink traditional automotive design requirements to support advanced, consumer-style applications within vehicles. This shift is driving higher MOSFET demand in DC/DC converters, inverters, and battery management systems. Operating at lower temperatures, these systems can leverage cost-effective micro-leaded devices such as Nexperia’s new MLPAK33-WF and MLPAK56-WF.
This new portfolio allows designers to choose from a wide selection of micro-lead MOSFETs with various RDS(on) values, offered in standardised footprints that simplify design-in and allow engineers to seamlessly migrate between MOSFET packaging. In addition, they deliver rugged performance, switching capability (low spiking and ringing) and high-power density. The high avalanche rating of these MOSFETs reduces the need to use free-wheeling diodes or bulky snubbers in switching circuits.
