Kn value of a specific transistor given spec sheet

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The discussion revolves around determining the K,n value of the 2N7000 transistor using its spec sheet. The formula I_d = K,n * (V_gs - V_t)^2 is referenced, but the user is unsure about the appropriate V_t value to use. It is clarified that V_t is approximately 26 mV at room temperature, but the focus remains on calculating K,n in mA/V². Suggestions include looking for a SPICE model for the transistor, which contains the necessary parameters, and using the PSpice model editor to input the 2N7000 characteristics. The user is seeking guidance on how to enter these values into a standard N-type MOSFET model.
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Hi,
Working on a project, I am told to find the K,n value of a specific transistor (2n7000), given the spec. sheet. I know K,n can be found from the formula:

I,d = K,n * (V,gs - V,tn)^2

I'm close, from the spec sheet, I can use a V,gs value and a corresponding I,d value, however not sure what value to use for V,tn to complete the equation and solve for K,n. Any help?

Thanks for your time
 
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That's a thermal voltage that depends on temperature. It's approximately 26 mV at room temperature.
 
That is V,t which is 26mV like you said but what I am looking for is K,n which is in units if mA/V
I believe
 
Look up a spice model for the transistor. It should be there. And the units should be A/V^2
 
Thanks, tried this - I placed the 2n7000 in the circuit and clicked "Edit Properties" on it but I can't find ANYTHING in the property editor

Any help is appreciated
 
Simple google results:

Code:
*ZETEX  2N7000  Spice Mosfet Subcircuit  Nodes D G S  Last revision 11/91
*ZETEX  60V 200mA pkg:TO-92
.SUBCKT X2N7000 3 4 5
M1 3 2 5 5 MOD1 L=1 W=1
RG 4 2 343
RL 3 5 6E6
D1 5 3 DIODE1
.MODEL MOD1 NMOS VTO=2.474 RS=1.68 RD=0.0 IS=1E-15 KP=0.296
+CGSO=23.5P CGDO=4.5P CBD=53.5P PB=1 LAMBDA=267E-6
.MODEL DIODE1 D IS=1.254E-13 N=1.0207 RS=0.222
.ENDS X2N7000


If you are using LTSpice, go to the LTSpice directory and find folder lib/cmp and look under mosfets.
 
Thanks. I have no idea what LTspice is, but doesn't look like it's installed on my school's computers. Part of the assignment is to enter these characteristics (K,n V,t W, L etc ) into one of the regular Mosfet Ntype transistor models so it acts as a 2n7000, rather than using the 2n7000 model itself... Waht, is there any chance you could tell me how I would do that? I don't see how to do it at all.
Thanks

EDIT: Seems like I need to use the PSpice model editor, and type in the values of the 2n7000. I'll try and figure the rest out.
Thanks a lot
 
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