Overview
The MJE2955TG is a PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by onsemi. It is part of a complementary pair with the NPN MJE3055T. These transistors are designed for general-purpose amplifier and switching applications. They are housed in a TO-220 package and are Pb-free and RoHS compliant, making them suitable for a wide range of electronic systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 60 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCB | 70 | Vdc |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEB | 5.0 | Vdc |
| Collector Current | IC | 10 | Adc |
| Base Current | IB | 6.0 | Adc |
| Total Device Dissipation at Tcase ≤ 25°C | Ptot | 75 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | TJ, Tstg | -55 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | Rthj-case | 1.67 | °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) at IC = 4 Adc, VCE = 4 Vdc | hFE | 20 - 100 | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage at IC = 4 Adc, IB = 0.4 Adc | VCE(sat) | 1.1 - 8.0 | Vdc |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage at IC = 4 Adc, VCE = 4 Vdc | VBE(on) | 1.8 | Vdc |
| Current-Gain-Bandwidth Product at IC = 500 mAdc, VCE = 10 Vdc, f = 500 kHz | fT | 2.0 | MHz |
Key Features
- High Current Gain - Bandwidth Product
- Pb-free and RoHS compliant
- Complementary pair with MJE3055T (NPN)
- Suitable for general-purpose amplifier and switching applications
- High collector current and voltage ratings (10 A, 60 V)
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage
- High DC current gain
- Wide operating temperature range (-55°C to 150°C)
Applications
- General-purpose amplifiers
- Power switching circuits
- Audio amplifiers
- Motor control circuits
- Power supplies and regulators
- Automotive and industrial control systems
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the MJE2955TG?
The collector-emitter voltage rating is 60 Vdc.
- What is the maximum collector current of the MJE2955TG?
The maximum collector current is 10 Adc.
- Is the MJE2955TG Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case of the MJE2955TG?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case is 1.67 °C/W.
- What are the typical applications of the MJE2955TG?
The MJE2955TG is typically used in general-purpose amplifiers, power switching circuits, audio amplifiers, motor control circuits, power supplies, and automotive and industrial control systems.
- What is the current-gain-bandwidth product of the MJE2955TG?
The current-gain-bandwidth product is 2.0 MHz at IC = 500 mAdc, VCE = 10 Vdc, and f = 500 kHz.
- What is the base-emitter on voltage of the MJE2955TG?
The base-emitter on voltage is 1.8 Vdc at IC = 4 Adc and VCE = 4 Vdc.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the MJE2955TG?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage ranges from 1.1 to 8.0 Vdc depending on the collector and base currents.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MJE2955TG?
The operating temperature range is -55°C to 150°C.
- Is the MJE2955TG suitable for use in life support systems?
No, the MJE2955TG is not designed, intended, or authorized for use as a critical component in life support systems.
