Overview
The TIP42A is a PNP power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics, although it is often referenced in the context of similar products from other manufacturers. This transistor is part of the TIP42 series and is designed using base island technology, making it suitable for a variety of applications including audio amplifiers, power linear, and switching circuits.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Polarity | PNP | |
| Type | Power Transistor | |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 60 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 60 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 5.0 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | 6.0 | A |
| Peak Collector Current (ICM) | 10 | A |
| Continuous Base Current (IB) | 2.0 | A |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | 65 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature (TJ, Tstg) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 15 (min) to 75 (max) | |
| Package Style | TO-220-3 (TO-220AB) | |
| Mounting Method | Through Hole |
Key Features
- Complementary PNP-NPN devices
- New enhanced series
- High switching speed
- hFE grouping for consistent performance
- hFE improved linearity
Applications
- General purpose circuits
- Audio amplifiers
- Power linear and switching applications
Q & A
- What is the polarity of the TIP42A transistor?
The TIP42A transistor is a PNP transistor.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP42A?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP42A is 60 V.
- What is the continuous collector current (IC) of the TIP42A?
The continuous collector current (IC) of the TIP42A is 6.0 A.
- What is the power dissipation (PD) of the TIP42A?
The power dissipation (PD) of the TIP42A is 65 W.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TIP42A?
The operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP42A is -65 to +150 °C.
- What package style does the TIP42A come in?
The TIP42A comes in a TO-220-3 (TO-220AB) package style.
- What are some common applications of the TIP42A transistor?
The TIP42A transistor is commonly used in general purpose circuits, audio amplifiers, and power linear and switching applications.
- What are the key features of the TIP42A transistor?
The key features include complementary PNP-NPN devices, new enhanced series, high switching speed, hFE grouping, and hFE improved linearity.
- Who is the manufacturer of the TIP42A transistor?
The TIP42A transistor is manufactured by STMicroelectronics.
- How is the TIP42A mounted?
The TIP42A is mounted using the through-hole method.
