Overview
The TIP3055 is a complementary silicon power transistor designed for general-purpose switching and amplifier applications. It is part of the TIP3055 (NPN) and TIP2955 (PNP) series produced by Onsemi. This transistor is known for its high current handling capability and robust thermal performance, making it suitable for a variety of power electronics applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 60 | Vdc |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCER) | 70 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 100 | Vdc |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) | 7.0 | Vdc |
| Collector Current (IC) - Continuous | 15 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 7.0 | A |
| Total Power Dissipation (PD) @ TC = 25°C | 90 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | –65 to +150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) @ IC = 4.0 A, VCE = 4.0 V | 20 - 70 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) @ IC = 4.0 A, IB = 400 mA | 1.1 | Vdc |
Key Features
- High DC current gain (hFE) of 20 to 70 at IC = 4.0 A, VCE = 4.0 V
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of 1.1 V at IC = 4.0 A, IB = 400 mA
- Excellent safe operating area (SOA) characteristics
- Pb-free packaging
- High total power dissipation of 90 W at TC = 25°C
Applications
The TIP3055 is suitable for various power electronics applications, including:
- General-purpose switching
- Amplifier circuits
- Power supplies
- Motor control systems
- High-current driver circuits
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP3055?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 60 Vdc.
- What is the continuous collector current (IC) rating of the TIP3055?
The continuous collector current (IC) rating is 15 A.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) range of the TIP3055?
The DC current gain (hFE) range is 20 to 70 at IC = 4.0 A, VCE = 4.0 V.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP3055?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 1.1 V at IC = 4.0 A, IB = 400 mA.
- Is the TIP3055 Pb-free?
- What are the typical applications of the TIP3055?
The TIP3055 is used in general-purpose switching, amplifier circuits, power supplies, motor control systems, and high-current driver circuits.
- What is the total power dissipation (PD) of the TIP3055 at TC = 25°C?
The total power dissipation (PD) at TC = 25°C is 90 W.
- What is the operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP3055?
The operating and storage junction temperature range is –65 to +150 °C.
- What are the package options for the TIP3055?
The TIP3055 is available in SOT-93 (TO-218) and TO-247 packages.
- How does the TIP3055 handle thermal stress?
The TIP3055 has excellent thermal characteristics, including a thermal resistance of 1.39 °C/W (junction-to-case) and 35.7 °C/W (junction-to-ambient).
