Overview
The TIP2955G is a PNP power transistor manufactured by onsemi, designed for general-purpose switching and amplifier applications. It is part of a complementary pair with the NPN TIP3055G. These transistors are produced using epitaxial-base planar technology, making them suitable for a variety of applications including audio amplifiers, power linear, and switching circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 60 | Vdc |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCER) | 70 | Vdc |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 7.0 | Vdc |
| Collector Current (IC) | 15 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 7.0 | A |
| Total Power Dissipation at Tc ≤ 25°C | 90 | W |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature | 150 | °C |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 1.1 | Vdc (Max) @ IC = 4.0 A |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 20-70 @ IC = 4.0 A |
Key Features
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of 1.1 Vdc (Max) at IC = 4.0 A.
- DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 20 to 70 at IC = 4.0 A.
- Excellent Safe Operating Area (SOA) characteristics.
- Pb-Free packaging, compliant with environmental regulations.
- High total power dissipation of 90 W at Tc ≤ 25°C.
Applications
- General-purpose switching and amplifier applications.
- Audio amplifiers.
- Power linear and switching circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) for the TIP2955G?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) for the TIP2955G is 60 Vdc.
- What is the typical collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) for the TIP2955G?
The typical collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 1.1 Vdc at IC = 4.0 A.
- What is the range of DC current gain (hFE) for the TIP2955G?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 20 to 70 at IC = 4.0 A.
- What is the maximum collector current (IC) for the TIP2955G?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 15 A.
- What is the maximum base current (IB) for the TIP2955G?
The maximum base current (IB) is 7.0 A.
- What is the total power dissipation at Tc ≤ 25°C for the TIP2955G?
The total power dissipation at Tc ≤ 25°C is 90 W.
- What are the storage and operating temperature ranges for the TIP2955G?
The storage temperature range is -65 to 150°C, and the maximum operating junction temperature is 150°C.
- Is the TIP2955G Pb-Free?
- What are some common applications for the TIP2955G?
- What package types are available for the TIP2955G?
The TIP2955G is available in TO-247 and previously in TO-218 packages (though TO-218 is no longer in production).
