Overview
The BDW42G is a Darlington complementary silicon power transistor produced by onsemi. This NPN transistor is part of a series designed for general-purpose and low-speed switching applications. It features a monolithic construction with built-in base-emitter shunt resistors and is packaged in a compact TO-220 case. The BDW42G is Pb-free and RoHS compliant, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic systems.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 100 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCB | 100 | Vdc |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEB | 5.0 | Vdc |
| Collector Current | IC | 15 | Adc |
| Base Current | IB | 0.5 | Adc |
| Total Device Dissipation @ TC = 25°C | PD | 85 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | TJ, Tstg | -55 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RJC | 1.47 | °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (IC = 5.0 Adc, VCE = 4.0 Vdc) | hFE | 2500 (typ) | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (IC = 5.0 Adc, IB = 10 mAdc) | VCE(sat) | 2.0 | Vdc |
Key Features
- High DC Current Gain: hFE = 2500 (typ) @ IC = 5.0 Adc
- High Collector-Emitter Sustaining Voltage: VCEO(sus) = 100 Vdc (min)
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: VCE(sat) = 2.0 Vdc (max) @ IC = 5.0 Adc
- Monolithic Construction with Built-In Base-Emitter Shunt Resistors
- Compact TO-220 Package
- Pb-Free and RoHS Compliant
Applications
The BDW42G is suitable for various general-purpose and low-speed switching applications, including:
- Power Amplifiers
- Motor Control Circuits
- Relay Drivers
- Switching Regulators
- Other Low-Speed Switching Applications
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BDW42G?
The collector-emitter voltage rating of the BDW42G is 100 Vdc.
- What is the maximum collector current for the BDW42G?
The maximum collector current for the BDW42G is 15 Adc.
- What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case, for the BDW42G?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case, for the BDW42G is 1.47 °C/W.
- Is the BDW42G Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BDW42G is Pb-free and RoHS compliant.
- What is the typical DC current gain of the BDW42G?
The typical DC current gain of the BDW42G is 2500 @ IC = 5.0 Adc.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BDW42G?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BDW42G is 2.0 Vdc (max) @ IC = 5.0 Adc.
- What is the operating and storage junction temperature range for the BDW42G?
The operating and storage junction temperature range for the BDW42G is -55 to +150 °C.
- What type of package does the BDW42G use?
The BDW42G uses a compact TO-220 package.
- What are some typical applications for the BDW42G?
The BDW42G is typically used in power amplifiers, motor control circuits, relay drivers, switching regulators, and other low-speed switching applications.
- What is the maximum base current for the BDW42G?
The maximum base current for the BDW42G is 0.5 Adc.
