IRF6201 MOSFET — Specifications & Equivalents
Manufacturer: Commonly produced by International Rectifier (now Infineon)
About the IRF6201
The IRF6201 is an N-channel MOSFET with a drain–source voltage (VDS) rating of 20 V, a continuous drain current (ID) of 27 A and an on-resistance (RDS(on)) of 0.00245 Ω. It can dissipate up to 2.5 W and is rated to a junction temperature of 150 °C. It is supplied in the SO8 package.
At a glance
- Type: N-channel MOSFET
- Max drain–source voltage (VDS): 20 V
- Max continuous drain current (ID): 27 A
- On-resistance (RDS(on)): 0.00245 Ω
- Power dissipation (PD): 2.5 W
- Max junction temperature (TJ): 150 °C
- Package: SO8
- Manufacturer: Commonly produced by International Rectifier (now Infineon)
Typical applications
With its 20 V drain–source rating the IRF6201 sits in the very-low-voltage class of switching MOSFETs, typically found in battery protection and power-path switching, point-of-load converters and logic-level load switching in portable devices.
The low 0.00245 Ω on-resistance keeps conduction loss down, which suits synchronous rectification and continuous high-current paths.
Gate drive and switching notes
Keep gate–source voltage within the ±12 V maximum; exceeding it punctures the gate oxide and destroys the device permanently.
Switching behaviour is characterised by a rise time of 100 ns and an output capacitance (Coss) of 1735 pF, which together with the gate drive determines switching loss and the practical upper frequency limit.
Choosing a replacement for the IRF6201
A drop-in substitute for the IRF6201 must be the same N-channel type and offer a drain–source rating of at least 20 V, a continuous drain current rating of at least 27 A and an on-resistance no higher than 0.00245 Ω if efficiency and heat matter.
Mechanically, check the replacement against the SO8 footprint and confirm the pin order — parts sharing a package outline do not always share a pinout.
Where the application switches inductive loads or runs near the voltage limit, keep extra headroom rather than choosing a part that only just meets the original numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the IRF6201?
The IRF6201 is an N-channel MOSFET (metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor). It is rated for 20 V drain-source and 27 A continuous drain current.
What is the maximum voltage of the IRF6201?
The IRF6201 has a maximum drain-source voltage (Vds) of 20 V. Treat this as an absolute maximum and design with margin, especially when switching inductive loads.
How much current can the IRF6201 handle?
It is rated for 27 A of continuous drain current, with power dissipation limited to 2.5 W. Real-world capability depends on your heatsinking and ambient temperature.
What is the on-resistance of the IRF6201?
On-resistance (Rds(on)) is 0.00245 Ω. Multiply by the square of your load current to estimate conduction loss.
What package does the IRF6201 come in?
It is listed in SO8. Verify the pinout of the specific variant, as one outline can carry different pin assignments.
What can I use to replace the IRF6201?
No verified equivalents are listed yet. Choose a part of the same polarity that meets or exceeds every rating above and shares a compatible package and pinout.
Key Specifications
| Type | MOSFET |
|---|---|
| Channel Type | N -Channel |
| Drain-Source Voltage (Vds) | 20 V |
| Gate-Source Voltage (Vgs) | 12 V |
| Drain Current (Id) | 27 A |
| Drain-Source On-Resistance (Rds) | 0.00245 |
| Rise Time (tr) | 100 nS |
| Output Capacitance (Coss) | 1735 pF |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 °C |
| Package | SO8 |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 2.5 W |
Equivalent & Replacement Parts
No verified equivalents are listed for IRF6201 yet.