Overview
The TIP137G is a PNP Darlington power transistor manufactured by onsemi. It is part of the TIP131, TIP132, and TIP137 series, designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. This transistor is known for its high DC current gain and low collector-emitter saturation voltage, making it suitable for a variety of power management and control circuits.
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 - Continuous | IC | 8.0 | Adc |
| Base Current | IB | 300 | mAdc |
| Total Power Dissipation @ TC = 25°C | PD | 70 | W |
| Total Power Dissipation @ TA = 25°C | PD | 2.0 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | TJ, Tstg | –65 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RJC | 1.78 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Ambient | RJA | 63.5 | °C/W |
Key Features
- High DC Current Gain: hFE = 2500 (Typ) @ IC = 4.0 Adc
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: VCE(sat) = 2.0 Vdc (Max) @ IC = 4.0 Adc
- Monolithic Construction with Built-In Base-Emitter Shunt Resistors
- Pb-Free Packages Available
- High Collector-Emitter Sustaining Voltage: VCEO(sus) = 100 Vdc (Min)
Applications
The TIP137G is suitable for various applications including general-purpose amplifiers, low-speed switching circuits, and power management systems. It is often used in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics where high current gain and low saturation voltage are required.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP137G?
The collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP137G is 100 Vdc. - What is the typical DC current gain of the TIP137G?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP137G is 2500 at IC = 4.0 Adc. - What is the maximum collector current for the TIP137G?
The maximum continuous collector current for the TIP137G is 8.0 Adc. - Is the TIP137G available in Pb-Free packages?
Yes, the TIP137G is available in Pb-Free packages. - What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case, for the TIP137G?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RJC), for the TIP137G is 1.78 °C/W. - What are the typical applications of the TIP137G?
The TIP137G is typically used in general-purpose amplifiers, low-speed switching circuits, and power management systems. - What is the maximum base current for the TIP137G?
The maximum base current for the TIP137G is 300 mAdc. - What is the operating and storage junction temperature range for the TIP137G?
The operating and storage junction temperature range for the TIP137G is –65 to +150 °C. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage for the TIP137G?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) for the TIP137G is 2.0 Vdc (Max) at IC = 4.0 Adc. - What package type is the TIP137G available in?
The TIP137G is available in the TO-220 package type.
