Overview
The Central Semiconductor Corp TIP31C is a silicon NPN epitaxial-base power transistor designed for high-performance applications in power amplification and high-speed switching. This transistor is part of the TIP31 series, which includes the TIP31, TIP31A, TIP31B, and TIP31C models, each with varying voltage ratings. The TIP31C is specifically engineered to handle high collector-emitter voltages, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial and electronic applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 5.0 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | 3.0 | A |
| Peak Collector Current (ICM) | 5.0 | A |
| Continuous Base Current (IB) | 1.0 | A |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | 40 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature (TJ, Tstg) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance (ΘJA) | 62.5 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance (ΘJC) | 3.13 | °C/W |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 1.2 | V @ IB = 375mA, IC = 3A |
| Base-Emitter Voltage (VBE(ON)) | 1.8 | V @ VCE = 4V, IC = 3A |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 25 - 50 | @ IC = 1A, VCE = 4V |
| Transition Frequency (fT) | 3.0 | MHz @ VCE = 10V, IC = 0.5A, f = 1MHz |
Key Features
- High Voltage Handling: The TIP31C can handle a collector-emitter voltage of up to 100V, making it suitable for high-voltage applications.
- High Current Capability: It can handle a continuous collector current of 3A and a peak collector current of 5A.
- Low Saturation Voltage: The collector-emitter saturation voltage is as low as 1.2V, which is beneficial for reducing power losses.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: The transistor operates within a junction temperature range of -65°C to +150°C.
- Pb-Free and RoHS Compliant: The TIP31C is lead-free and complies with RoHS standards, making it environmentally friendly.
- Through-Hole Package: It comes in a TO-220-3 package, which is easy to mount and provides good thermal dissipation.
Applications
- Power Amplifiers: The TIP31C is ideal for use in power amplifier circuits due to its high current and voltage handling capabilities.
- High-Speed Switching: It is suitable for high-speed switching applications, including motor control, power supplies, and other high-frequency switching circuits.
- Industrial Control Systems: The transistor can be used in various industrial control systems that require reliable and high-performance switching and amplification.
- Automotive Electronics: It can be applied in automotive electronics for systems that need robust and high-voltage handling transistors.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP31C transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP31C transistor is 100V.
- What is the continuous collector current rating of the TIP31C?
The continuous collector current (IC) rating of the TIP31C is 3A.
- What is the peak collector current of the TIP31C?
The peak collector current (ICM) of the TIP31C is 5A.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TIP31C?
The operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP31C is -65°C to +150°C.
- Is the TIP31C Pb-Free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, the TIP31C is lead-free and complies with RoHS standards.
- What is the package type of the TIP31C transistor?
The TIP31C comes in a TO-220-3 package.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP31C?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP31C is 1.2V at IB = 375mA and IC = 3A.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP31C?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP31C is between 25 and 50 at IC = 1A and VCE = 4V.
- What is the transition frequency (fT) of the TIP31C?
The transition frequency (fT) of the TIP31C is 3.0 MHz at VCE = 10V, IC = 0.5A, and f = 1 MHz.
- What are some typical applications of the TIP31C transistor?
The TIP31C is typically used in power amplifiers, high-speed switching circuits, industrial control systems, and automotive electronics.
