80 V, 45 A N-channel in a TO-220 — the conduction-loss anchor
The IPP139N08N3G: At full rated current, the I²R loss is roughly 28 W, which must be removed through the TO-220 tab and heatsink — the package is rated for 79 W dissipation at the case.
Gate charge and switching profile
Total gate charge is 25 nC at 10 V, with input capacitance of 1730 pF at 40 V drain-source. Gate threshold voltage is 3.5 V maximum at 33 µA drain current; recommended drive voltage is 6 V to 10 V for rated Rds(on).
Temperature range and thermal budget
The 175°C Tj max allows headroom for high-current operation with a properly sized heatsink. Maximum power dissipation is 79 W at the case temperature.
