Overview
The TIP112TU is an NPN Epitaxial Silicon Darlington Transistor produced by onsemi (formerly Fairchild Semiconductor). This transistor is designed in a monolithic Darlington configuration and is housed in a TO-220 plastic package. It is intended for use in medium power linear and switching applications, making it a versatile component for various industrial equipment.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 5 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 2 | A |
| Collector Peak Current (ICM) | 4 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 50 | mA |
| Total Dissipation at Tcase ≤ 25°C | 2 | W |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature | 150 | °C |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 2.5 | V |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage (VBE(on)) | 2.8 | V |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 (IC = 1 A), 500 (IC = 2 A) |
Key Features
- Monolithic Darlington configuration for high current gain and low base current requirements.
- High DC current gain: hFE = 1000 at VCE = 4 V, IC = 1 A (minimum).
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: VCE(sat) = 2.5 V at IC = 2 A, IB = 8 mA.
- Integrated antiparallel collector-emitter diode.
- TO-220 plastic package for good thermal dissipation.
- Complementary PNP types available (TIP115 and TIP117).
Applications
The TIP112TU is suitable for various medium power linear and switching applications in industrial equipment, including:
- Linear amplifiers and power supplies.
- Switching regulators and motor control circuits.
- Relay drivers and solenoid control.
- General-purpose power switching applications.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP112TU?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating of the TIP112TU is 100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current for the TIP112TU?
The maximum collector current (IC) for the TIP112TU is 2 A.
- What is the typical DC current gain of the TIP112TU?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP112TU is 1000 at VCE = 4 V, IC = 1 A.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP112TU?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP112TU is 2.5 V at IC = 2 A, IB = 8 mA.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the TIP112TU?
The maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) for the TIP112TU is 150°C.
- What package type is the TIP112TU available in?
The TIP112TU is available in a TO-220 plastic package.
- Are there complementary PNP types available for the TIP112TU?
Yes, the complementary PNP types for the TIP112TU are the TIP115 and TIP117.
- What are some typical applications for the TIP112TU?
The TIP112TU is typically used in medium power linear and switching applications, including linear amplifiers, switching regulators, motor control circuits, and general-purpose power switching.
- What is the storage temperature range for the TIP112TU?
The storage temperature range for the TIP112TU is -65 to 150°C.
- Is the TIP112TU still in production?
No, the TIP112TU is no longer in production and is considered obsolete.
