UPDATE – Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Announces New P-Channel MOSFET for USB PD Load Switch

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2017 -- Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) (Nasdaq:AOSL), a designer, developer and global supplier of a broad range of power semiconductors and power ICs, today introduced AONR21357, the initial product in this P-Channel family.  The new AONR21357 uses the improved P-Channel MOSFET process to achieve low power loss and reliable startup. The new device rated at -30V drain-source breakdown voltage (BVDss) and -25V gate-source voltage.  It features a maximum on-resistance (R_DS(ON)) of 12.3mohm under V_GS = -4.5V, and a thermally enhanced 3x3mm DFN package.  The new P-Channel MOSFET is ideal for load switch applications in Notebook Adapter-In/ Battery In sockets.

AONR21357 PR Photo

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USB Type-C is becoming the de-facto interface for the latest PCs and mobile designs. With that, the USB-PD standard is implemented to cover various power delivery requirements for many portable devices. The load switch circuit is used to switch on/off the power bus according to the power management proxy. The new MOSFET used as the load switch offers extended input/output voltage range, and is robust and reliable enough to accommodate the possible working conditions. AOS’ enhanced P-Channel technology offers robustness toward linear mode operation, and low Miller’s Plateau (<3.5V) to cover the possible USB-PD voltages.

‟The AONR21357 comprehensively addresses the need for -30V_DS and -25V_GS discrete P-Channel MOSFET.  High performance such as low Miller Plateau and low loss of turn-on switching behaviors ensures reliable and secure safe operation area, allowing designers to take advantage of simple design with P-Channel MOSFETs,” said Rack Tsai, Director of Marketing for low voltage MOSFET product line in AOS.

Technical Highlights

The new product family offers various R_DS(ON) levels in combination with multiple package options.

Pricing and Availability

The AONR21357 is immediately available in production quantities with a lead-time of 12 weeks. The unit price of 1,000 pieces is $0.60.

About AOS

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited, or AOS, is a designer, developer and global supplier of a broad range of power semiconductors, including a wide portfolio of Power MOSFET, IGBT, IPM and Power IC products. AOS has developed extensive intellectual property and technical knowledge that encompasses the latest advancements in the power semiconductor industry, which enables us to introduce innovative products to address the increasingly complex power requirements of advanced electronics. AOS differentiates itself by integrating its Discrete and IC semiconductor process technology, product design, and advanced packaging know-how to develop high performance power management solutions. AOS's portfolio of products targets high-volume applications, including portable computers, flat panel TVs, LED lighting, smart phones, battery packs, consumer and industrial motor controls and power supplies for TVs, computers, servers and telecommunications equipment. For more information, please visit www.aosmd.com.

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