FDS8978 is a N-channel MOSFET produced by Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation. Its maximum voltage is 30V, maximum current is 7.5A, and minimum on-resistance is 18mΩ. The device uses high-performance trench technology, with extremely low on-resistance, low gate charge, high power and current handling capability. It is suitable for DC/DC converters and other applications.
This document is a datasheet for the Fairchild Semiconductor FDS8978, an N-Channel PowerTrench MOSFET designed to improve the efficiency of DC/DC converters. Key features include low gate charge, high power handling capability, and RoHS compliance. The device is optimized for use with synchronous or conventional switching PWM controllers.
| Drain to Source Voltage | 30 V |
|---|---|
| Continuous Drain Current (Ta = 25°C, Vgs = 10V) | 7.5 A |
| Continuous Drain Current (Ta = 25°C, Vgs = 4.5V) | 6.9 A |
| Pulsed Drain Current | 49 A |
| Power Dissipation | 1.6 W |
| Operating and Storage Temperature | -55 to 150 °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case | 40 °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient (0.5 in² pad) | 78 °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient (Minimum pad) | 135 °C/W |
| Package Type | SO-8 |
The maximum rated junction temperature is 150 °C.
Yes, the device is RoHS compliant.