Overview
The TIP30CTU is a PNP epitaxial silicon power transistor produced by onsemi. Although it is currently obsolete and no longer in production, it was widely used in various electronic applications due to its robust performance characteristics. This transistor is part of the TIP30 series, which includes TIP30, TIP30A, TIP30B, and TIP30C, each with slightly different voltage ratings.
The TIP30CTU is housed in a TO-220 3-pin plastic flange-mount package, making it suitable for medium power linear switching applications. It is also complementary to the TIP29 series of transistors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-base voltage (IE = 0) | VCBO | -140 | V |
| Collector-emitter voltage (IB = 0) | VCEO | -100 | V |
| Emitter-base voltage | VEBO | -5 | V |
| Continuous collector current | IC | -1 | A |
| Peak collector current | ICM | -3 | A |
| Continuous base current | IB | -0.4 | A |
| Continuous device dissipation at 25°C case temperature | Ptot | 30 | W |
| Operating junction temperature range | Tj | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Storage temperature range | Tstg | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Collector-emitter saturation voltage | VCE(sat) | -0.7 | V |
| Base-emitter on voltage | VBE(on) | -1.3 | V |
Key Features
- PNP epitaxial silicon power transistor suitable for medium power linear switching applications.
- Complementary to the TIP29 series of transistors.
- Housed in a TO-220 3-pin plastic flange-mount package, which is robust and suitable for high humidity conditions.
- High current gain with a typical forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of 40 to 75 at IC = -1 A and VCE = -4 V.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of -0.7 V at IC = -1 A and IB = -125 mA.
- Wide operating junction temperature range from -65°C to +150°C.
Applications
- Medium power linear switching applications.
- Amplifier circuits requiring high current gain and low saturation voltage.
- Power supply circuits where high reliability and stability are necessary.
- Automotive and industrial control systems.
- General-purpose power switching in electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the TIP30CTU transistor?
The TIP30CTU is a PNP epitaxial silicon power transistor produced by onsemi, suitable for medium power linear switching applications.
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP30CTU?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating of the TIP30CTU is -100 V.
- What is the continuous collector current of the TIP30CTU?
The continuous collector current (IC) of the TIP30CTU is -1 A.
- What is the typical forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the TIP30CTU?
The typical forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the TIP30CTU is between 40 to 75 at IC = -1 A and VCE = -4 V.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP30CTU?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP30CTU is -0.7 V at IC = -1 A and IB = -125 mA.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the TIP30CTU?
The operating junction temperature range of the TIP30CTU is from -65°C to +150°C.
- What package type is the TIP30CTU housed in?
The TIP30CTU is housed in a TO-220 3-pin plastic flange-mount package.
- Is the TIP30CTU still in production?
No, the TIP30CTU is obsolete and no longer manufactured.
- What are some common applications of the TIP30CTU?
Common applications include medium power linear switching, amplifier circuits, power supply circuits, automotive and industrial control systems, and general-purpose power switching.
- What are the storage temperature limits for the TIP30CTU?
The storage temperature range for the TIP30CTU is from -65°C to +150°C.
