Overview
The Central Semiconductor TIP32C PBFREE is a silicon PNP epitaxial-base power transistor designed for high-performance applications such as power amplifiers and high-speed switching. This transistor is part of the TIP32 series, which includes the TIP32, TIP32A, TIP32B, and TIP32C models, each with varying voltage ratings. The TIP32C PBFREE is specifically tailored for applications requiring a high collector-emitter voltage and current handling capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | Maximum collector-base voltage | 100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | Maximum collector-emitter voltage | 100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | Maximum emitter-base voltage | 5.0 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | Maximum continuous collector current | 3.0 | A |
| Peak Collector Current (ICM) | Maximum peak collector current | 5.0 | A |
| Continuous Base Current (IB) | Maximum continuous base current | 1.0 | A |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | Maximum power dissipation | 40 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature (TJ, Tstg) | Operating and storage junction temperature range | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance (ΘJA) | Junction to ambient thermal resistance | 62.5 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance (ΘJC) | Junction to case thermal resistance | 3.13 | °C/W |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(SAT)) | Saturation voltage at IC=3A, IB=375mA | 1.2 | V |
| Base-Emitter Voltage (VBE(ON)) | Base-emitter voltage at IC=3A, VCE=4V | 1.8 | V |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | Current gain at VCE=4V, IC=1A and IC=3A | 25 to 50 |
Key Features
- High Voltage and Current Handling: The TIP32C PBFREE can handle up to 100V collector-emitter voltage and 3A continuous collector current, making it suitable for high-power applications.
- High Speed Switching: Designed for high-speed switching applications with fast turn-on and turn-off times (ton = 0.3 μs, toff = 1.0 μs).
- Lead-Free Packaging: Available in lead-free (PBFREE) packaging to comply with environmental regulations.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Operates over a temperature range of -65°C to +150°C, ensuring reliability in various environmental conditions.
- Low Saturation Voltage: Features a low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(SAT) = 1.2V) for efficient operation.
Applications
- Power Amplifiers: Ideal for use in power amplifier circuits due to its high current and voltage handling capabilities.
- High Speed Switching: Suitable for high-speed switching applications such as in power supplies, motor control, and other high-frequency switching circuits.
- Industrial Control Systems: Can be used in industrial control systems that require reliable and high-performance switching and amplification.
- Automotive Electronics: Applicable in automotive electronics for various control and power management functions.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP32C PBFREE is 100V.
- What is the continuous collector current rating of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The continuous collector current (IC) rating of the TIP32C PBFREE is 3.0A.
- What is the peak collector current of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The peak collector current (ICM) of the TIP32C PBFREE is 5.0A.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP32C PBFREE is -65°C to +150°C.
- What is the thermal resistance of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The junction to ambient thermal resistance (ΘJA) is 62.5°C/W, and the junction to case thermal resistance (ΘJC) is 3.13°C/W.
- Is the TIP32C PBFREE lead-free?
Yes, the TIP32C PBFREE is available in lead-free (PBFREE) packaging.
- What are the typical applications of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The TIP32C PBFREE is typically used in power amplifiers, high-speed switching applications, industrial control systems, and automotive electronics.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of the TIP32C PBFREE is 1.2V at IC=3A and IB=375mA.
- What is the base-emitter voltage of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The base-emitter voltage (VBE(ON)) of the TIP32C PBFREE is 1.8V at IC=3A and VCE=4V.
- What is the DC current gain of the TIP32C PBFREE?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP32C PBFREE ranges from 25 to 50 at VCE=4V and IC=1A or IC=3A.
- How fast can the TIP32C PBFREE switch?
The TIP32C PBFREE has a turn-on time (ton) of 0.3 μs and a turn-off time (toff) of 1.0 μs.
