IRF9540 N-Channel Power MOSFET

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IRF9540 N-Channel Power MOSFET

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Part Number
IRF9540
Manufacturer
Vishay
Package
TO-247; TO-247AC high voltage; body D 20.40-20.70 mm, E 15.50-15.87 mm, lead pitch e 5.46 mm BSC
Category
Power Management
Product Type
LDO Regulator

Quick Sourcing Note

IRF9540 is listed as a Vishay Power_Management part, with the extracted manufacturer datasheet identifying the device content as a Vishay Siliconix IRFP460 N-channel power MOSFET. The grounded specifications describe a single MOSFET in a TO-247 / TO-247AC high-voltage package with 500 V drain-source rating, 20 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C, 0.27 ohm maximum on-resistance at VGS=10 V, and 210 nC maximum total gate charge. The device data supports use in high-voltage power switching, power conversion stages, inductive-load switching, and heat-sink-mounted power assemblies where avalanche, diode recovery, thermal resistance, and mounting limits are design inputs.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberIRF9540
ManufacturerVishay
Product TypeLDO Regulator
CategoryPower Management
Package CaseTO-247; TO-247AC high voltage; body D 20.40-20.70 mm, E 15.50-15.87 mm, lead pitch e 5.46 mm BSC
Part number shown in datasheetIRFP460; condition: Datasheet title/product marking; source page: 1
Datasheet ManufacturerVishay Siliconix; condition: Datasheet header; source page: 1
Channel typeN-Channel MOSFET; condition: Device description; source page: 1
ConfigurationSingle; condition: Product summary; source page: 1
Drain-source voltage500 V; condition: Product summary; VDS; source page: 1
Drain-source on-state resistance0.27 ohm max; condition: VGS=10 V; source page: 1
Total gate charge210 nC max; condition: Product summary; Qg; source page: 1
Gate-source charge29 nC; condition: Product summary; Qgs; source page: 1
Gate-drain charge110 nC; condition: Product summary; Qgd; source page: 1
PackageTO-247; condition: Ordering information; source page: 1
Lead-free ordering part numberIRFP460PbF; condition: Ordering information; source page: 1
Drain-source voltage absolute maximum500 V; condition: TC=25°C unless otherwise noted; source page: 1
Gate-source voltage absolute maximum+/-20 V; condition: TC=25°C unless otherwise noted; source page: 1
Continuous drain current at TC=25°C20 A; condition: VGS=10 V, TC=25°C; source page: 1
Continuous drain current at TC=100°C13 A; condition: VGS=10 V, TC=100°C; source page: 1
Pulsed drain current80 A; condition: Repetitive rating; pulse width limited by maximum junction temperature; source page: 1
Linear derating factor2.2 W/°C; condition: TC=25°C unless otherwise noted; source page: 1
Single pulse avalanche energy960 mJ; condition: VDD=50 V, starting TJ=25°C, L=4.3 mH, RG=25 ohm, IAS=20 A; source page: 1
Repetitive avalanche current20 A; condition: Repetitive rating; pulse width limited by maximum junction temperature; source page: 1
Repetitive avalanche energy28 mJ; condition: Repetitive rating; pulse width limited by maximum junction temperature; source page: 1
Maximum power dissipation280 W; condition: TC=25°C; source page: 1
Peak diode recovery dV/dt3.5 V/ns; condition: ISD<=20 A, dI/dt<=160 A/us, VDD<=VDS, TJ<=150°C; source page: 1
Operating junction and storage temperature range-55 to +150 °C; condition: TJ, Tstg; source page: 1
Soldering peak temperature300 °C; condition: For 10 s, 1.6 mm from case; source page: 1
Mounting torque10 lbf in; 1.1 N m; condition: 6-32 or M3 screw; source page: 1
Maximum junction-to-ambient thermal resistance40 °C/W max; condition: RthJA; source page: 2
Case-to-sink thermal resistance0.24 °C/W typ; condition: Flat, greased surface; RthCS; source page: 2
Maximum junction-to-case thermal resistance0.45 °C/W max; condition: Drain; RthJC; source page: 2
Drain-source breakdown voltage500 V min; condition: VGS=0 V, ID=250 uA; source page: 2
Drain-source breakdown voltage temperature coefficient0.63 V/°C typ; condition: Referenced to 25°C, ID=1 mA; source page: 2
Gate-source threshold voltage2.0 V min, 4.0 V max; condition: VDS=VGS, ID=250 uA; source page: 2
Gate-source leakage+/-100 nA max; condition: VGS=+/-20 V; source page: 2
Zero gate voltage drain current at VDS=500 V25 uA max; condition: VDS=500 V, VGS=0 V; source page: 2
Zero gate voltage drain current at TJ=125°C250 uA max; condition: VDS=400 V, VGS=0 V, TJ=125°C; source page: 2
Drain-source on-state resistance detailed condition0.27 ohm max; condition: VGS=10 V, ID=12 A, pulse width<=300 us, duty cycle<=2%; source page: 2
Forward transconductance13 S min; condition: VDS=50 V, ID=12 A, pulse width<=300 us, duty cycle<=2%; source page: 2
Input capacitance4200 pF typ; condition: VGS=0 V, VDS=25 V, f=1.0 MHz; source page: 2
Output capacitance870 pF typ; condition: VGS=0 V, VDS=25 V, f=1.0 MHz; source page: 2
Reverse transfer capacitance350 pF typ; condition: VGS=0 V, VDS=25 V, f=1.0 MHz; source page: 2
Total gate charge detailed condition210 nC max; condition: ID=20 A, VDS=400 V, VGS=10 V; source page: 2
Gate-source charge detailed condition29 nC max; condition: ID=20 A, VDS=400 V, VGS=10 V; source page: 2
Gate-drain charge detailed condition110 nC max; condition: ID=20 A, VDS=400 V, VGS=10 V; source page: 2
Turn-on delay time18 ns typ; condition: VDD=250 V, ID=20 A, RG=4.3 ohm, RD=13 ohm; source page: 2
Rise time59 ns typ; condition: VDD=250 V, ID=20 A, RG=4.3 ohm, RD=13 ohm; source page: 2
Turn-off delay time150 ns typ; condition: VDD=250 V, ID=20 A, RG=4.3 ohm, RD=13 ohm; source page: 2
Fall time58 ns typ; condition: VDD=250 V, ID=20 A, RG=4.3 ohm, RD=13 ohm; source page: 2
Internal drain inductance5.0 nH typ; condition: Between lead 6 mm from package and center of die contact; source page: 2
Internal source inductance13 nH typ; condition: Between lead 6 mm from package and source die contact; source page: 2
Continuous source-drain diode current20 A max; condition: MOSFET body diode; source page: 2
Pulsed diode forward current80 A max; condition: Repetitive rating; pulse width limited by maximum junction temperature; source page: 2
Body diode voltage1.8 V max; condition: TJ=25°C, IS=20 A, VGS=0 V, pulse width<=300 us, duty cycle<=2%; source page: 2
Body diode reverse recovery time570 ns typ, 860 ns max; condition: TJ=25°C, IF=20 A, dI/dt=100 A/us, pulse width<=300 us, duty cycle<=2%; source page: 2
Body diode reverse recovery charge5.7 uC typ, 8.6 uC max; condition: TJ=25°C, IF=20 A, dI/dt=100 A/us, pulse width<=300 us, duty cycle<=2%; source page: 2
Forward turn-on timeIntrinsic turn-on time negligible; condition: Turn-on dominated by LS and LD; source page: 2
Package lead assignments1 Gate, 2 Drain, 3 Source, 4 Drain; condition: TO-247AC package drawing; source page: 9
Package referenceJEDEC TO-247 variation AC; condition: TO-247AC high voltage package information; source page: 8
Package body height A4.83 mm min, 5.02 mm nom, 5.21 mm max; condition: TO-247AC Version 1 facility code 9; source page: 8
Package body length D20.40 mm min, 20.55 mm nom, 20.70 mm max; condition: TO-247AC Version 1 facility code 9; source page: 8
Package body width E15.50 mm min, 15.70 mm nom, 15.87 mm max; condition: TO-247AC Version 1 facility code 9; source page: 8
Package lead pitch e5.46 mm BSC; condition: TO-247AC Version 1 facility code 9; source page: 8
Package mounting hole diameter P3.56 mm min, 3.61 mm nom, 3.65 mm max; condition: TO-247AC Version 1 facility code 9; source page: 8
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Product Overview

The extracted datasheet facts describe a Vishay Siliconix IRFP460 single N-channel MOSFET, while the CMS part number supplied for this record is IRF9540. The electrical profile is for a 500 V drain-source device with 20 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C, 13 A at TC=100°C, and 80 A pulsed drain current under the datasheet repetitive rating condition.

Key Features

  • Single N-channel MOSFET configuration
  • 500 V drain-source voltage rating
  • 0.27 ohm maximum RDS(on) at VGS=10 V
  • 20 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C
  • 80 A pulsed drain current repetitive rating
  • 210 nC maximum total gate charge
  • 960 mJ single pulse avalanche energy
  • 280 W maximum power dissipation at TC=25°C
  • TO-247 package with JEDEC TO-247AC reference
  • Gate, drain, source, drain lead assignment

Typical Applications

  • High-voltage power switching
  • Power conversion stages
  • Heat-sink-mounted power assemblies
  • Inductive-load switching circuits
  • Body-diode conduction paths
  • Avalanche-rated switching designs

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for IRF9540, 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 datasheet part number is shown for this record?

The extracted manufacturer datasheet facts show IRFP460 in the datasheet title and product marking, while the CMS product information for this content record lists the part number as IRF9540.

What package information is available from the datasheet facts?

The extracted facts identify a TO-247 package with JEDEC TO-247 variation AC reference. The package body length is 20.40 to 20.70 mm, body width is 15.50 to 15.87 mm, and lead pitch is 5.46 mm BSC.

What are the main electrical limits in the extracted facts?

The grounded data lists 500 V drain-source voltage, +/-20 V gate-source voltage, 20 A continuous drain current at TC=25°C, 13 A at TC=100°C, and 80 A pulsed drain current under the repetitive rating condition.

What switching and gate charge data is provided?

The extracted facts list 210 nC maximum total gate charge at ID=20 A, VDS=400 V, and VGS=10 V. Switching values include 18 ns turn-on delay, 59 ns rise time, 150 ns turn-off delay, and 58 ns fall time.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 13, 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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