Simple & Inexpensive Ideal-Diode MOSFET Circuits
Sep 19, 2017 · Discussed here are two circuits to perform that function. Below is the LTspice simulation of a simple ideal-diode MOSFET circuit using all transistors. The components are …
Understanding MOSFET characteristics - Electrical Engineering …
Feb 5, 2021 · I am trying to select an n-channel MOSFET to switch a 12 V power rail. The use case here is to switch on/off a couple of LEDs which are wired in series. The LEDs (datasheet) …
Why does MOSFET pinch-off occur? - Electrical Engineering Stack …
This question is about enhanced n-type MOSFETs. From what I understand, an inversion layer is formed underneath the insulating layer below the gate of the MOSFET when a voltage is …
In which region should a MOSFET be operated as a switch?
May 9, 2020 · A MOSFET transistor can be used as an on switch in both triode and saturation regions, but it gives us different advantages. In saturation, a higher current can be obtained, …
transistors - Short in MOSFET between Gate and Drain - Electrical ...
Jun 14, 2021 · When The Drain and Gate of a MOSFET are connected together, A two-terminal device known as a ''diode-connected transistor'' results. if drain and gate is shorted then MOS …
mosfet - In an NMOS, does current flow from source to drain or …
Conventional current flows from Drain to Source in an N Channel MOSFET. The arrow shows body diode direction in a MOSFET with a parasitic diode between source and drain via the …
MOSFET symbol - what is the correct symbol - Electrical …
May 14, 2013 · I've been on this site now a couple of months and I notice various symbols used for MOSFETs. What is the preferred symbol for an N Channel MOSFET and why?
mosfet - Solenoid driver circuit with peak hold - Electrical ...
Sep 1, 2024 · That driver can be a small relay, a low-side BJT or mosfet driver, etc. It just needs to hard-switch, our circuit will take care of switching from the 12V supply to the hold supply.
When is a MOSFET more appropriate as a switch than a BJT?
For an N-channel MOSFET (NMOS), for instance, which can switch current from Drain to Source, the body diode goes in the opposite direction, pointing from Source to Drain. So, feel free to …
Do MOSFETs have a diode built into them?
Mar 17, 2015 · For single MOSFET circuits driving an inductive load, the body-diode will NOT work as a replacement for a flyback diode as it conducts in the wrong direction. Consider for …