Overview
The TIP145 is a high-power PNP Darlington transistor manufactured by NTE Electronics, Inc. This transistor is designed for high-current applications and offers significant advantages in terms of power handling and current gain. The TIP145 is housed in a TO-218 package, making it suitable for a variety of power electronics and industrial control systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Polarity | PNP |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vceo) | 60V |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 125W |
| DC Collector Current (Ic) | 10A |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 |
| Transistor Case Style | TO-218 |
| Number of Pins | 3 Pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -65°C to +150°C |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vce(on)) | 2V |
Key Features
- High power handling capability with a maximum power dissipation of 125W.
- High DC current gain (hFE) of 1000, making it suitable for applications requiring high current amplification.
- PNP Darlington configuration, which provides high current gain and low base current requirements.
- Wide operating temperature range from -65°C to +150°C, ensuring reliability in various environmental conditions.
- Housed in a TO-218 package, which is suitable for high-power applications and provides good thermal dissipation.
Applications
- Power electronics and industrial control systems.
- Motor control and driver circuits.
- High-current amplifiers and switches.
- Automotive and aerospace applications where high reliability and power handling are required.
- General-purpose power switching and amplification in various electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP145 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vceo) of the TIP145 transistor is 60V.
- What is the power dissipation capability of the TIP145 transistor?
The TIP145 transistor has a maximum power dissipation (Pd) of 125W.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP145 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP145 transistor is 1000.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TIP145 transistor?
The operating temperature range of the TIP145 transistor is from -65°C to +150°C.
- What type of package does the TIP145 transistor use?
The TIP145 transistor is housed in a TO-218 package.
- What are some common applications of the TIP145 transistor?
The TIP145 transistor is commonly used in power electronics, industrial control systems, motor control circuits, and high-current amplifiers.
- Is the TIP145 transistor suitable for automotive applications?
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (Vce(on)) of the TIP145 transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (Vce(on)) of the TIP145 transistor is approximately 2V.
- How many pins does the TIP145 transistor have?
The TIP145 transistor has 3 pins.
- What is the maximum DC collector current (Ic) of the TIP145 transistor?
The maximum DC collector current (Ic) of the TIP145 transistor is 10A.
