TO220 package or TO-220 Full Plastic Package which is Better

[saumya_85]

I have two packages of N MOSFET, TO-220 package and TO-220 Full plastic package.

Which one is better in terms of reliability with max. temperature environment.

Thank you.

 

[IanP]

Slightly better thermal conductivity has the basic TO220 package, but I wouldn’t worry much about that issue, MOSFETs in both packages when mounted on a proper heatsink work just fine ..

The plastic version has one important advantage, that is it doesn’t need mica or Teflon insulation washer and bush ..

IanP
:wink:

 

[saumya_85]

Could you explain more details on packages for the below two parts.

Regarding the selection of IRGB10B60KDPBF which is TO-220 package or IRGIB15B60KD1P which is TO-220 Full plastic package, Which one should be considered.

Thank you

 

[IanP]

Plastic package gives you the comfort of not using washers and bushes, go for them ..

IanP
:wink: