Typical transistor design parameter [W/L]

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The typical width-to-length (W/L) ratio for a MOSFET transistor varies significantly based on design requirements. In this discussion, a channel length (L) of 0.0001 cm and a calculated width (W) of 20 cm results in an impractical W/L ratio of approximately 200,000. Standard practice suggests that W and L should be comparable in size to optimize performance. Users should aim for more realistic W/L values based on specific application needs and industry standards.

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I would like to know a typical W/L value for a MOSFET transistor.

L = channel length
W = channel width/transistor width

I am currently designing L to be L = 0.0001 cm for a transistor.

Cox = 5nF
mobility 1155 cm^2/Vs
K = 0.583 mA/V^2

This gives W = 20 cm. But this is way to large for a single transistor and W/L = 200,000 roughly.

I guess W and L should be about the same for one transistor?
 
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Hi beyondlight. What is the range of W/L values you've come across in your web search for this detail?
 

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