2N6660 MOSFET Explained: Pinout, Features, Applications, Specifications, Equivalents, and More
2N6660 is a TO-39 package N Channel MOSFET, it is an enhancement-mode transistor (means it stays normally-off) designed to be used in applications such as TTL/CMOS, high speed switching and battery powered systems. The maximum drain to source voltage is 60V, drain current is 0.99A, Only 1.3 Ohms ON resistance, only 1.7V threshold, fast switching speed etc. This article explains 2N6660 MOSFET pinout, features, applications, specifications, equivalent and other details about this transistor.
Pin Configuration of 2N6660
The pin configuration of the transistor are as follows:
Pin1 is the Drain: The current first enters in the transistor through this pin.
Pins2 is the Gate: Through the Gate pin we control the transistor ouput.
Pin3 is the Source: Through this pin the current exits from the transistor.
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Package Type: TO-39
- Transistor Type: N Channel
- Max Voltage Applied From Drain to Source: 60V
- Max Gate to Source Voltage Should Be: ±20V
- Max Continues Drain Current is : 0.99A
- Max Pulsed Drain Current is: 3A
- RDS(on) is: 1.3 Ohms
- Max Power Dissipation is: 6.25W
- Minimum Voltage Required to Conduct: 0.8V to 2V
- Max Storage & Operating temperature Should Be: -55 to +150 Celsius
Understanding the 2N6660 Transistor
2N6660 is an N Channel MOSFET available in metal casing, this transistor is designed for TTL/CMOS, fast switching and battery operated applications. It is an enhancement-mode transistor means it normally it stays OFF and activates when we apply voltage on its Gate. The transistor uses vertical DMOS structure it is a special MOSFET making technology due to which the current inside the transistor chip flows from upper side to below which enhances the performance of the transistor so it can handle more current. It uses a well proven silicon-gate manufacturing process which means the Gate of the transistor is built with silicon material which makes it reliable, increases speed and lowers its power loss.
It has high input impedance due to which it requires very low control signal and can be used at the output of microcontrollers and related applications.
These type of MOSFETs are suitable for wide range of amplifying and switching applications in which low Gate voltage is required. The other features of the transistor are free from thermal runaway and low input capacitance.
P Channel Complimentary:
NPN complimentary of 2N6660 is VP2106
Replacement & Equivalent:
2N6661, 2N6659 (low drain-source voltage), IRLF120, 2N6660-2, 2N6660JANTX, 2N6660JANTXV, 2N6788L
2N6660 Applications:
Switching Circuits
Audio Amplifiers
Motor controls
Power supply circuits
Driver Circuits
Relay driver
Hammers driver
Output of Microcontrollers
Conclusion:
2N6660 is an N Channel MOSFET transistor designed for TTL/CMOS, fast switching and battery powered systems. It is a reliable transistor to be used in commercial and industrial equipment. It has many features such as fast switching speed of 8 ns, low input and output leakage, low capacitance, low ON Resistance of only 1.3 Ohms, low threshold of 1.7V. Its Drain to Source voltage is 60V which is enough for wide variety of requirements, max continuous Drain current is 0.99A, max power dissipation is 6.25W and minimum voltage to conduct is 0.8V to 2V. So if you are looking for a reliable MOSFET for your high speed applications, battery operated systems and logic level interfacing then 2N6660 can be a right choice.
FAQs:
What are the key specifications of the 2N6660 transistor?
Please check the above article to see the specifications of the 2N6660 transistor. You can also see the datasheet to know the specifications.
What are common applications for the 2N6660 transistor?
Common applications of 2N6660 are LED Switching, relay drivers, high speed circuits, microcontroller projects, battery operated systems, industrial control circuits etc.
Are there any direct replacements or equivalent parts for 2N6660?
Yes you can direct replace 2N6660 with these transistors: 2N6661, 2N6659 (low drain-source voltage).
Datasheet:
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https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/view/437747/VISHAY/2N6660.html
