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Im considering using a 2-channel MOS FET. When one channel is not being used, what must be connected with the free pin?

April 26, 2017channel connected considering FET Free MOS Pin Used

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Im considering using a 2-channel MOS FET. When one channel is not being used, what must be connected with the free pin?

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A1 You don’t need to connect anything to the unused free pin. However, when using the MOS FET in a harsh environment, such as one with a strong electric field, you should short all unused pins and connect them to GND to ensure that the elements being used are not adversely affected.