Overview
The TIP120TU, produced by onsemi, is a Darlington Bipolar Power Transistor designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. This transistor is part of the TIP120 series, which includes complementary devices such as TIP121, TIP122 (NPN) and TIP125, TIP126, TIP127 (PNP). The TIP120TU is known for its high DC current gain and robust construction, making it suitable for a variety of electronic projects.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 60 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 60 | Vdc |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) | 5.0 | Vdc |
| Collector Current - Continuous (IC) | 5.0 | Adc |
| Base Current (IB) | 120 | mAdc |
| Total Power Dissipation @ TC = 25°C | 65 | W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case (RJC) | 1.92 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Ambient (RJA) | 62.5 | °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) @ IC = 4.0 Adc | 2500 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) @ IC = 3.0 Adc | 2.0 | Vdc |
| Package Type | TO-220-3 |
Key Features
- High DC Current Gain - hFE = 2500 (typ) @ IC = 4.0 Adc
- Collector-Emitter Sustaining Voltage @ 100 mA - VCEO(sus) = 60 Vdc (Min)
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage - VCE(sat) = 2.0 Vdc (Max) @ IC = 3.0 Adc
- Monolithic Construction with Built-In Base-Emitter Shunt Resistors
- Compact TO-220 AB Package
- Pb-Free Packages are Available
Applications
The TIP120TU is suitable for various applications, including:
- General-purpose amplifier applications
- Low-speed switching applications
- Medium power linear switching applications
Q & A
- What is the typical DC current gain of the TIP120TU?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP120TU is 2500 at IC = 4.0 Adc.
- What is the collector-emitter sustaining voltage (VCEO(sus)) of the TIP120TU?
The collector-emitter sustaining voltage (VCEO(sus)) of the TIP120TU is 60 Vdc (Min) at 100 mA.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP120TU?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP120TU is 2.0 Vdc (Max) at IC = 3.0 Adc.
- What type of package does the TIP120TU come in?
The TIP120TU comes in a TO-220-3 package.
- Is the TIP120TU Pb-Free?
- What are the thermal resistance characteristics of the TIP120TU?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RJC), is 1.92 °C/W, and the thermal resistance, junction-to-ambient (RJA), is 62.5 °C/W).
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP120TU?
The maximum collector current (IC) of the TIP120TU is 5.0 Adc).
- What is the maximum base current of the TIP120TU?
The maximum base current (IB) of the TIP120TU is 120 mAdc).
- What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the TIP120TU?
The operating and storage junction temperature range for the TIP120TU is –65 to +150 °C).
- What kind of applications is the TIP120TU suitable for?
The TIP120TU is suitable for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications, as well as medium power linear switching applications).
