IRF510 N-channel Power MOSFET

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IRF510 N-channel Power MOSFET

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Part Number
IRF510
Manufacturer
Vishay
Package
TO-220AB
Category
Power Management
Product Type
LDO Regulator

Quick Sourcing Note

IRF510 from Vishay is an N-channel power MOSFET in the Power_Management category, supplied in a TO-220AB package. Key ratings include 100 V drain-source voltage, 5.6 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C with VGS=10 V, and 43 W maximum power dissipation at TC=25°C. The device specifies 0.54 ohm maximum on-state resistance at VGS=10 V and 8.3 nC maximum total gate charge. Additional parameters include ±20 V gate-source voltage, 20 A pulsed drain current, avalanche ratings, body diode characteristics, and thermal resistance data for package and heatsink design.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberIRF510
ManufacturerVishay
Product TypeLDO Regulator
CategoryPower Management
Package CaseTO-220AB
Component TypeOther
Drain-Source Voltage100 V
Drain-Source On-State Resistance0.54 ohm max
Total Gate Charge8.3 nC max
Gate-Source Charge2.3 nC max
Gate-Drain Charge3.8 nC max
ConfigurationSingle
PackageTO-220AB
Lead-Free Ordering Part NumberIRF510PbF
Lead-Free and Halogen-Free Ordering Part NumberIRF510PbF-BE3
Drain-Source Voltage Absolute Maximum100 V
Gate-Source Voltage Absolute Maximum+/-20 V
Continuous Drain Current5.6 A
Continuous Drain Current4.0 A
Pulsed Drain Current20 A
Linear Derating Factor0.29 W/°C
Single Pulse Avalanche Energy75 mJ
Repetitive Avalanche Current5.6 A
Repetitive Avalanche Energy4.3 mJ
Maximum Power Dissipation43 W
Peak Diode Recovery dV/dt5.5 V/ns
Operating Junction Temperature Range-55 to +175°C
Storage Temperature Range-55 to +175°C
Soldering Peak Temperature300°C
Mounting Torque10 lbf-in; 1.1 N·m
Maximum Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance62°C/W max
Case-to-Sink Thermal Resistance0.50°C/W typ
Maximum Junction-to-Case Thermal Resistance3.5°C/W max
Drain-Source Breakdown Voltage100 V min
Drain-Source Breakdown Voltage Temperature Coefficient0.12 V/°C typ
Gate-Source Threshold Voltage2.0 V min, 4.0 V max
Gate-Source Leakage+/-100 nA max
Zero Gate Voltage Drain Current25 uA max
Zero Gate Voltage Drain Current250 uA max
Drain-Source On-State Resistance0.54 ohm max
Forward Transconductance1.3 S min
Input Capacitance180 pF typ
Output Capacitance81 pF typ
Reverse Transfer Capacitance15 pF typ
Total Gate Charge8.3 nC max
Gate-Source Charge2.3 nC max
Gate-Drain Charge3.8 nC max
Turn-On Delay Time6.9 ns typ
Rise Time11 ns typ
Turn-Off Delay Time56 ns typ
Fall Time9.4 ns typ
Gate Input Resistance2.5 ohm min, 11.6 ohm max
Internal Drain Inductance4.5 nH typ
Internal Source Inductance7.5 nH typ
Continuous Source-Drain Diode Current5.6 A max
Pulsed Diode Forward Current20 A max
Body Diode Voltage2.5 V max
Body Diode Reverse Recovery Time100 ns typ, 200 ns max
Body Diode Reverse Recovery Charge0.44 uC typ, 0.88 uC max
Forward Turn-On TimeIntrinsic turn-on time is negligible
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

Current and power limits include 5.6 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C, 4.0 A at TC=100°C, 20 A pulsed drain current, and 43 W maximum power dissipation at TC=25°C. The absolute maximum gate-source voltage is ±20 V, with junction and storage temperature ranges from -55 to +175°C.

Key Features

  • 100 V drain-source voltage rating
  • 0.54 ohm maximum RDS(on) at VGS=10 V
  • 8.3 nC maximum total gate charge
  • 5.6 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C
  • 20 A pulsed drain current rating
  • 43 W maximum power dissipation at TC=25°C
  • TO-220AB package with 10 lbf-in mounting torque
  • -55 to +175°C operating junction temperature range
  • 100 ns typical body diode reverse recovery time
  • Single N-channel MOSFET configuration

Typical Applications

  • 100 V MOSFET switching stages
  • TO-220AB power assemblies
  • Gate-driven power management circuits
  • Avalanche-rated switching circuits
  • Body-diode conduction paths
  • Thermally managed drain switching
  • Pulsed current switching designs

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for IRF510, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For power IC and power device sourcing, voltage rating, current rating, power dissipation, package thermal performance, protection features, qualification grade and application conditions should be reviewed before approval.

FAQ

What package is used for the Vishay IRF510?

The IRF510 is specified in a TO-220AB package. The extracted ordering information lists TO-220AB as the package, with IRF510PbF and IRF510PbF-BE3 given as ordering part numbers.

What are the main voltage and current ratings?

The IRF510 has a 100 V drain-source voltage rating and a ±20 V gate-source absolute maximum rating. Continuous drain current is 5.6 A at TC=25°C and 4.0 A at TC=100°C with VGS=10 V.

What gate charge values are specified for IRF510?

The datasheet facts list 8.3 nC maximum total gate charge, 2.3 nC maximum gate-source charge, and 3.8 nC maximum gate-drain charge. The detailed test condition is ID=5.6 A, VDS=80 V, and VGS=10 V.

What thermal limits should be considered?

Thermal data includes 62°C/W maximum junction-to-ambient resistance, 3.5°C/W maximum junction-to-case resistance, and 0.50°C/W typical case-to-sink resistance on a flat, greased surface. Maximum power dissipation is 43 W at TC=25°C.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 21, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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