Overview
The TIP2955-S is a PNP silicon power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics and distributed by various companies including Bourns Inc. This transistor is designed for high-power applications and is part of a complementary pair with the NPN TIP3055. It is fabricated using epitaxial-base planar technology, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including audio amplifiers, power linear, and switching circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | -100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | -60 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | -7 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | -15 | A |
| Continuous Base Current (IB) | -7 | A |
| Total Dissipation at Tc ≤ 25°C (Ptot) | 90 | W |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range (Tj) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range (Tstg) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | -1.1 to -3 | V |
| Base-Emitter Voltage (VBE) | -1.8 | V |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 20 to 70 |
Key Features
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage, enhancing efficiency in power applications.
- Complementary to the NPN TIP3055, allowing for balanced circuit designs.
- High continuous collector current of 15 A and continuous base current of 7 A.
- Total dissipation of 90 W at 25°C case temperature.
- Suitable for audio amplifiers, power linear, and switching applications.
- Manufactured using epitaxial-base planar technology.
- Available in ECOPACK® packages, which are lead-free and environmentally friendly.
Applications
- Audio amplifiers: Ideal for high-power audio systems due to its low collector-emitter saturation voltage and high current handling.
- Power linear applications: Suitable for linear power supplies and other high-current linear applications.
- Switching circuits: Can be used in high-power switching applications such as motor control and power conversion.
- General purpose: Versatile enough to be used in various general-purpose power transistor applications.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP2955-S?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is -60 V.
- What is the continuous collector current rating of the TIP2955-S?
The continuous collector current (IC) is -15 A.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the TIP2955-S?
The operating junction temperature range (Tj) is -65 to +150 °C.
- What are the typical applications of the TIP2955-S?
The TIP2955-S is typically used in audio amplifiers, power linear applications, and switching circuits.
- Is the TIP2955-S available in environmentally friendly packaging?
Yes, the TIP2955-S is available in ECOPACK® packages, which are lead-free and environmentally friendly.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP2955-S?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 20 to 70.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP2955-S?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) ranges from -1.1 to -3 V.
- Can the TIP2955-S be used in high-power switching applications?
Yes, the TIP2955-S can be used in high-power switching applications such as motor control and power conversion.
- What is the storage temperature range of the TIP2955-S?
The storage temperature range (Tstg) is -65 to +150 °C.
- Is the TIP2955-S complementary to any other transistor?
Yes, the TIP2955-S is complementary to the NPN TIP3055.
