Overview
The TIP107TU is a PNP Epitaxial Silicon Darlington Transistor produced by Fairchild Semiconductor. Although it is now obsolete and no longer in production, it was widely used in various linear and switching applications due to its robust specifications and features. This transistor is part of the TIP105/TIP107 series, known for their high DC current gain and low collector-emitter saturation voltage.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (Open Emitter) | VCBO | -100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Open Base) | VCEO | -100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (Open Collector) | VEBO | -5 | V |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | -8 | A |
| Collector Peak Current | ICP | -15 | A |
| Base Current (DC) | IB | -1 | A |
| Junction Temperature | TJ | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -2.0 to -2.5 | V |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage | VBE(on) | -2.8 | V |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | 1000 to 20000 | |
| Output Capacitance | Cob | 300 | pF |
Key Features
- Monolithic construction with built-in base-emitter shunt resistors.
- High DC current gain: hFE = 1000 @ VCE = -4 V, IC = -3 A (Minimum).
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage.
- Collector-emitter sustaining voltage.
- Suitable for industrial use.
- Complementary to TIP102.
- TO-220 plastic package.
Applications
The TIP107TU is designed for use in various linear and switching applications, including:
- Power amplifiers and drivers.
- Motor control circuits.
- Relay and solenoid drivers.
- General-purpose switching and amplification.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-base voltage of the TIP107TU?
The maximum collector-base voltage (VCBO) is -100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP107TU?
The maximum collector current (IC) is -8 A.
- What is the junction temperature range of the TIP107TU?
The junction temperature range is up to 150°C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the TIP107TU?
The storage temperature range is -65 to 150°C.
- What is the typical DC current gain of the TIP107TU?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 1000 to 20000 at VCE = -4 V, IC = -3 A.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP107TU?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is -2.0 to -2.5 V.
- Is the TIP107TU still in production?
No, the TIP107TU is obsolete and no longer manufactured.[
- What package type does the TIP107TU come in?
The TIP107TU comes in a TO-220 plastic package.
- What are some common applications of the TIP107TU?
Common applications include power amplifiers, motor control circuits, relay and solenoid drivers, and general-purpose switching and amplification.
- What is the output capacitance of the TIP107TU?
The output capacitance (Cob) is 300 pF at VCB = -10 V, IE = 0, f = 0.1 MHz.
