Overview
The TIP29C-S is an NPN epitaxial silicon power transistor manufactured by Bourns Inc., although it is noted that this specific part is obsolete and no longer in production. It is part of the TIP29 series, which includes complementary PNP transistors like the TIP30 series. The TIP29C-S is designed for medium power linear and switching applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Polarity | NPN | |
| Maximum Collector-Base Voltage (Vcb) | 140 | V |
| Maximum Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce) | 100 | V |
| Maximum Emitter-Base Voltage (Veb) | 5 | V |
| Maximum Collector Current (Ic max) | 1 | A |
| Maximum Operating Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 | °C |
| Transition Frequency (ft) | 3 | MHz |
| Forward Current Transfer Ratio (hFE), MIN | 40 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vce(sat)) | 0.7 | V @ Ic = 1 A, Ib = 125 mA |
| Package | TO-220 |
Key Features
- High gain performance with very low saturation voltage.
- Designed for medium power linear and switching applications.
- Complementary to TIP30 series PNP transistors.
- Pb-Free and RoHS compliant packages available.
- Compact TO-220 plastic package.
Applications
- General purpose amplifier applications.
- Switching applications.
- Series and shunt regulators.
- Driver and output stages of hi-fi amplifiers.
Q & A
- What is the polarity of the TIP29C-S transistor?
The TIP29C-S is an NPN transistor.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP29C-S?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP29C-S?
The maximum collector current is 1 A.
- What is the transition frequency of the TIP29C-S?
The transition frequency is 3 MHz.
- What is the minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the TIP29C-S?
The minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) is 40.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP29C-S?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage is 0.7 V at Ic = 1 A, Ib = 125 mA.
- In what package is the TIP29C-S available?
The TIP29C-S is available in a TO-220 plastic package.
- Is the TIP29C-S Pb-Free and RoHS compliant?
- What are some common applications of the TIP29C-S?
The TIP29C-S is used in general purpose amplifier and switching applications, series and shunt regulators, and driver and output stages of hi-fi amplifiers.
- Is the TIP29C-S still in production?
No, the TIP29C-S is obsolete and no longer manufactured.
