Overview
The TIP41C PBFREE, produced by Central Semiconductor Corp, is an NPN Epitaxial-Base Silicon Power Transistor. This transistor is designed for power amplifier and high-speed switching applications. It is part of the TIP41 series, which includes several variants with different voltage ratings. The TIP41C specifically is rated for a collector-emitter voltage of 100V and a continuous collector current of 6A, making it suitable for a wide range of power handling needs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | 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 |
| Power Dissipation at TA=25°C (PD) | 2.0 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature (TJ, Tstg) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Collector Cutoff Current (ICEO) at VCE=60V | 0.7 | mA |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(SAT)) at IC=6.0A, IB=0.6A | 1.5 | V |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage (VBE(ON)) at IC=6.0A, VCE=4.0V | 2.0 | V |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) at IC=0.3A, VCE=4.0V | 30 | |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) at IC=3.0A, VCE=4.0V | 15-75 | |
| Transition Frequency (fT) at IC=0.5A, VCE=10V, f=1.0MHz | 3.0 | MHz |
Key Features
- NPN Epitaxial-Base Silicon Power Transistor
- High collector current and voltage ratings, making it suitable for power amplifier and high-speed switching applications
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of 1.5V at IC=6.0A, IB=0.6A
- High DC current gain (hFE) with a range of 15-75 at IC=3.0A, VCE=4.0V
- Transition frequency (fT) of 3.0 MHz at IC=0.5A, VCE=10V, f=1.0MHz
- Pb-Free and RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental safety and compliance with regulatory standards
Applications
The TIP41C PBFREE is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- Power amplifiers: Due to its high collector current and voltage ratings, it is ideal for power amplifier circuits.
- High-speed switching: Its fast switching times make it suitable for high-speed switching applications.
- General purpose power transistors: It can be used in a wide range of general-purpose power transistor applications where high current and voltage handling are required.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP41C?
The collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP41C is 100V. - What is the continuous collector current of the TIP41C?
The continuous collector current of the TIP41C is 6.0A. - What is the peak collector current of the TIP41C?
The peak collector current of the TIP41C is 10A. - What is the power dissipation of the TIP41C at TA=25°C?
The power dissipation of the TIP41C at TA=25°C is 2.0W. - Is the TIP41C Pb-Free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, the TIP41C is Pb-Free and RoHS compliant. - What is the transition frequency (fT) of the TIP41C?
The transition frequency (fT) of the TIP41C is 3.0 MHz at IC=0.5A, VCE=10V, f=1.0MHz. - What are the typical applications of the TIP41C?
The TIP41C is typically used in power amplifiers, high-speed switching applications, and as a general-purpose power transistor. - What is the base-emitter on voltage (VBE(ON)) of the TIP41C?
The base-emitter on voltage (VBE(ON)) of the TIP41C is 2.0V at IC=6.0A, VCE=4.0V. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of the TIP41C?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of the TIP41C is 1.5V at IC=6.0A, IB=0.6A. - What is the operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP41C?
The operating and storage junction temperature range of the TIP41C is -65 to +150°C.
