Overview
The TIP142FTU, produced by onsemi, is a Darlington Bipolar Power Transistor designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-frequency switching applications. This transistor is part of a family of complementary devices that include the TIP140, TIP141, TIP142 (NPN) and TIP145, TIP146, TIP147 (PNP). The TIP142FTU is known for its high DC current gain and monolithic Darlington configuration, making it suitable for a variety of industrial and power management applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Polarity | NPN | |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 10 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 0.5 | A |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 @ IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 2 V @ IC = 5 A, IB = 10 mA | V |
| Total Dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C (PTOT) | 125 | W |
| Storage Temperature (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Maximum Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Package Type | TO-3PF |
Key Features
- Monolithic Darlington Configuration: Provides high DC current gain and low saturation voltage.
- Integrated Antiparallel Collector-Emitter Diode: Enhances switching performance and protects against back-EMF.
- High DC Current Gain: hFE = 1000 @ IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V.
- Monolithic Construction with Built-In Base-Emitter Shunt Resistor: Simplifies circuit design and improves reliability.
- Pb-Free Packages Available: Compliant with environmental regulations.
Applications
- Linear and Switching Industrial Equipment: Suitable for various industrial control and power management systems.
- General Purpose Amplifiers: Can be used in amplifier circuits requiring high current gain.
- Low Frequency Switching Applications: Ideal for applications where low-frequency switching is necessary.
Q & A
- What is the TIP142FTU transistor used for?
The TIP142FTU is used for general-purpose amplifier and low-frequency switching applications.
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP142FTU?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating is 100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP142FTU?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 10 A.
- What is the DC current gain of the TIP142FTU?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 1000 @ IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V.
- What type of package does the TIP142FTU come in?
The TIP142FTU comes in a TO-3PF package.
- Is the TIP142FTU Pb-free?
- What are some common applications of the TIP142FTU?
Common applications include linear and switching industrial equipment, general-purpose amplifiers, and low-frequency switching applications.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the TIP142FTU?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) is 150 °C.
- Does the TIP142FTU have an integrated antiparallel collector-emitter diode?
- What is the total dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C for the TIP142FTU?
The total dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C (PTOT) is 125 W.
