IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power Mosfet TO-220

The IRF540 is a high-power N-Channel MOSFET designed for switching and amplification applications in power supplies, motor drivers, and DC-DC converters. With a continuous drain current of 33A and a drain-source voltage of 100V, it delivers efficient performance in high-current circuits. Its TO-220 package allows easy heat dissipation and convenient through-hole mounting for robust PCB designs.

Key Features of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• High Drain Current: Handles continuous current up to 33A.
• High Voltage Rating: Supports drain-source voltage up to 100V.
• Low R_DS(on): Reduces conduction loss, improving overall efficiency.
• Fast Switching: Suitable for high-speed switching applications.
• TO-220 Package: Easy to mount and provides excellent thermal characteristics.

Technical Specifications of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• Drain to Source Voltage (V_DSS): 100V
• Continuous Drain Current (I_D): 33A at 25°C
• Gate Threshold Voltage (V_GS(th)): 2.0V to 4.0V
• R_DS(on): 0.077Ω at V_GS = 10V
• Total Gate Charge (Q_g): 71nC
• Power Dissipation: 130W

Mechanical Specifications of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• Package Type: TO-220
• Mounting Type: Through-hole
• Lead Finish: Tin-plated
• Body Material: Epoxy molded plastic

Dimensions:

• Body Width: 10mm
• Body Height: 15mm
• Lead Pitch: 2.54mm
• Pin Length: 13mm

Mounting Options:

• Heatsink Compatible: Can be mounted with a heatsink for enhanced thermal dissipation.
• PCB Mount: Fits standard TO-220 footprints on PCB for through-hole assembly.

Schematic Diagram, Connection, Wiring and Pinout of IRF540:

• Pin 1 (Gate): Controls the MOSFET switching (connect to driver or control logic).
• Pin 2 (Drain): Connects to the load or positive power supply.
• Pin 3 (Source): Connects to ground or low-side circuit path.

Datasheet of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• Download IRF540 Datasheet (PDF)

Applications of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• DC-DC Converters: Used in buck, boost, and buck-boost converters.
• Motor Drivers: Controls brushed or brushless DC motors.
• Power Supplies: Works in SMPS and inverter circuits for efficient power conversion.
• LED Drivers: Handles high-current LED lighting systems.
• Battery Protection: Used in BMS systems to switch and isolate current flow.

Equivalent of IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET:

• IRFZ44N: Similar N-channel MOSFET with slightly lower current rating
• IRF540N: Enhanced version with lower R_DS(on)
• STP55NF06L: Higher current MOSFET suitable for similar applications

Package Includes:

• 1 x IRF540 N-Channel 33A 100V Power MOSFET TO-220