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Fairchild FQP6N40C/FQPF6N40C 400V N-Channel MOSFET Datasheet
This document provides technical specifications for the FQP6N40C and FQPF6N40C, which are 400V N-Channel enhancement mode power field effect transistors produced using Fairchild's proprietary planar stripe DMOS technology. These devices feature low on-state resistance and superior switching performance, making them suitable for high efficiency switched mode power supplies and electronic lamp ballasts.
Read onlineFairchild FQP6N40C specifications
| Drain-Source Voltage | 400 V |
|---|---|
| Continuous Drain Current (Tg = 25°C) | 6 A |
| Pulsed Drain Current | 24 A |
| Gate-Source Voltage | +30 V |
| Single Pulsed Avalanche Energy | 270 mJ |
| Power Dissipation (Tg = 25°C) | 73 W |
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | -55 to +150 °C |
Source: Fairchild FQP6N40C/FQPF6N40C 400V N-Channel MOSFET Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What are the maximum continuous drain currents at different case temperatures?
The device supports a continuous current of 6 A at a case temperature of 25°C, which drops to 3.6 A when the case temperature reaches 100°C.
From: Fairchild FQP6N40C/FQPF6N40C 400V N-Channel MOSFET Datasheet
What is the maximum single pulsed avalanche energy rating?
The FQP6N40C and FQPF6N40C can withstand a single pulsed avalanche energy of up to 270 mJ.
From: Fairchild FQP6N40C/FQPF6N40C 400V N-Channel MOSFET Datasheet
What is the maximum drain‑source voltage for the FQP6N40C/FQPF6N40C?
The maximum drain‑source voltage is 400 V.
What is the typical gate charge of these MOSFETs?
The typical gate charge is 16 nC.
