Overview
The TIP35CG is a high-power NPN transistor produced by onsemi, designed for general-purpose power amplifier and switching applications. This transistor is part of the TIP35 series, which includes complementary PNP transistors (TIP36 series). The TIP35CG is known for its high current handling capabilities and excellent DC gain, making it suitable for a variety of power management and control applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | 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) | 25 | A |
| Base Current - Continuous (IB) | 5.0 | A |
| Total Power Dissipation (PD) @ TC = 25°C | 125 | W |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range (TJ, Tstg) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case (RθJC) | 1.0 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Free-Air (RθJA) | 35.7 | °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) @ IC = 15 A, VCE = 4.0 V | 40 (Typ) | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) @ IC = 25 A, IB = 5.0 A | 4.0 | Vdc |
Key Features
- High Collector Current: Up to 25 A continuous and 40 A peak.
- Low Leakage Current: ICEO = 1.0 mA at 30 and 60 V.
- Excellent DC Gain: hFE = 40 Typ @ 15 A.
- High Current Gain Bandwidth Product: fT = 3.0 MHz @ IC = 1.0 A.
- Pb-Free Device: Compliant with lead-free soldering requirements.
- High Power Dissipation: Up to 125 W @ TC = 25°C.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: -65 to +150 °C.
Applications
- Power Amplifiers: Suitable for high-power audio amplifiers and other power amplifier applications.
- Switching Applications: Used in high-current switching circuits, such as motor control and power supplies.
- Industrial Control: Employed in industrial control systems requiring high current and voltage handling.
- Automotive Systems: Can be used in automotive systems that require robust power handling capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP35CG transistor?
The maximum collector current is 25 A continuous and 40 A peak.
- What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP35CG transistor?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) is 40 at IC = 15 A and VCE = 4.0 V.
- What is the thermal resistance from junction to free air (RθJA) for the TIP35CG?
The thermal resistance from junction to free air (RθJA) is 35.7 °C/W.
- Is the TIP35CG transistor Pb-free?
- What is the maximum operating temperature range for the TIP35CG transistor?
The maximum operating temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
- What are some common applications of the TIP35CG transistor?
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) for the TIP35CG transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 4.0 V at IC = 25 A and IB = 5.0 A.
- What is the total power dissipation (PD) of the TIP35CG transistor at TC = 25°C?
The total power dissipation (PD) is 125 W at TC = 25°C.
- What is the base-emitter on voltage (VBE(on)) for the TIP35CG transistor?
The base-emitter on voltage (VBE(on)) is 2.0 V at IC = 15 A and VCE = 4.0 V.
- What package types are available for the TIP35CG transistor?
The TIP35CG is available in the TO-247 package.
