FET 2 1909

This is a SE SEM image of the device die. The source bond wire (left) was fused open. The gate bond wire (right) was intact.

FET 1 1909

This is the source bond pad. This material (arrow) is fused gold-copper-silica-silicon.

The source bond wire is fused open suggesting excessive source current caused the failure.

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