Overview
The TIP142TU is an NPN Darlington Bipolar Power Transistor produced by onsemi. It is 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, and TIP147. The TIP142TU is known for its high DC current gain and low saturation voltage, making it suitable for a variety of industrial and power management applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 10 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 0.5 | A |
| Collector-Emitter Sustaining Voltage (VCEO(sus)) | 100 | V |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 @ IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 2 @ IC = 5 A, IB = 10 mA | V |
| Total Dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C (PTOT) | 125 | W |
| Storage Temperature (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Monolithic Darlington configuration with built-in base-emitter shunt resistors
- High DC current gain: hFE = 1000 at VCE = 4 V, IC = 5 A (Minimum)
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage: VCE(sat) = 2 V at IC = 5 A, IB = 10 mA
- Integrated antiparallel collector-emitter diode
- Pb-Free packages available
Applications
- Linear and switching industrial equipment
- General-purpose amplifier applications
- Low-frequency switching applications
- Power management and control systems
Q & A
- What is the TIP142TU transistor used for?
The TIP142TU is used for general-purpose amplifier and low-frequency switching applications, particularly in industrial and power management contexts.
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP142TU?
The maximum collector current (IC) of the TIP142TU is 10 A.
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP142TU?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating of the TIP142TU is 100 V.
- What is the DC current gain of the TIP142TU?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP142TU is 1000 at IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V.
- Does the TIP142TU have built-in resistors?
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the TIP142TU?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) of the TIP142TU is 150 °C.
- Is the TIP142TU available in Pb-Free packages?
- What are some common applications of the TIP142TU?
- What is the total dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C for the TIP142TU?
- What is the storage temperature range for the TIP142TU?
