Overview
The MJ15003G is a high-power NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by onsemi. This transistor is part of a complementary pair, with the MJ15004 being its PNP counterpart. The MJ15003G is designed for high-power audio applications, disk head positioners, and other linear applications. It is known for its high safe operating area, low distortion characteristics, and high DC current gain, making it suitable for a variety of demanding electronic systems.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 140 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | 140 | Vdc |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | 5 | Vdc |
| Collector Current - Continuous | IC | 20 | Adc |
| Base Current - Continuous | IB | 5 | Adc |
| Emitter Current - Continuous | IE | 25 | Adc |
| Total Power Dissipation @ TC = 25°C | PD | 250 | W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RJC | 0.70 | °C/W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | TJ, Tstg | –65 to +200 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (IC = 5 Adc, VCE = 2 Vdc) | hFE | 25 - 150 | |
| Collector Emitter Saturation Voltage (IC = 5 Adc, IB = 0.5 Adc) | VCE(sat) | 1.0 | Vdc |
| Base Emitter On Voltage (IC = 5 Adc, VCE = 2 Vdc) | VBE(on) | 2.0 | Vdc |
| Current Gain — Bandwidth Product (IC = 0.5 Adc, VCE = 10 Vdc, ftest = 0.5 MHz) | fT | 2.0 | MHz |
Key Features
- High Safe Operating Area: Ensures reliable operation even under demanding conditions.
- Low Distortion Complementary Designs: Ideal for high-fidelity audio applications.
- High DC Current Gain: hFE = 25 (Min) @ IC = 5 Adc, ensuring efficient current amplification.
- Pb-Free and RoHS Compliant: Environmentally friendly and compliant with regulatory standards.
- High Power Handling: Capable of handling up to 250 watts of power dissipation.
Applications
- High Power Audio Systems: Suitable for amplifiers and other audio equipment requiring high power and low distortion.
- Disk Head Positioners: Used in disk drive systems for precise positioning.
- Linear Applications: Applicable in various linear circuits where high current and voltage handling are necessary.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the MJ15003G?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 140 Vdc.
- What is the continuous collector current rating of the MJ15003G?
The continuous collector current (IC) is 20 Adc.
- What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RJC) of the MJ15003G?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RJC) is 0.70 °C/W.
- Is the MJ15003G Pb-Free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, the MJ15003G is Pb-Free and RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the MJ15003G?
The MJ15003G is typically used in high power audio systems, disk head positioners, and other linear applications.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the MJ15003G?
The DC current gain (hFE) is between 25 and 150 at IC = 5 Adc and VCE = 2 Vdc.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the MJ15003G?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 1.0 Vdc at IC = 5 Adc and IB = 0.5 Adc.
- What is the base-emitter on voltage (VBE(on)) of the MJ15003G?
The base-emitter on voltage (VBE(on)) is 2.0 Vdc at IC = 5 Adc and VCE = 2 Vdc.
- What is the current gain-bandwidth product (fT) of the MJ15003G?
The current gain-bandwidth product (fT) is 2.0 MHz at IC = 0.5 Adc, VCE = 10 Vdc, and ftest = 0.5 MHz.
- What is the maximum total power dissipation of the MJ15003G at TC = 25°C?
The maximum total power dissipation (PD) is 250 watts at TC = 25°C.
- What is the package type of the MJ15003G?
The MJ15003G comes in a TO-204 (TO-3) package.
