Overview
The TIP117 is a PNP Epitaxial Silicon Darlington Transistor manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor, now part of ON Semiconductor. This transistor is designed for medium power applications and is known for its high DC current gain and low collector-emitter saturation voltage. It is housed in a standard through-hole TO-220 package, making it suitable for a variety of electronic systems, including amplifiers and low-speed switching circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | -100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | -100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | -5 | V |
| Collector Current (DC) (IC) | -2 | A |
| Collector Current (Pulse) (ICP) | -4 | A |
| Base Current (DC) (IB) | -50 | mA |
| Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Collector Dissipation (TA = 25°C) (PC) | 2 | W |
| Collector Dissipation (TC = 25°C) (PC) | 50 | W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 @ VCE = -4 V, IC = -1 A | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | -2.5 @ IC = -2 A, IB = -8 mA | V |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage (VBE(on)) | -2.8 @ VCE = -4 V, IC = -2 A | V |
Key Features
- Monolithic construction with built-in base-emitter shunt resistors for improved switching speeds.
- High DC current gain: hFE = 1000 @ VCE = -4 V, IC = -1 A.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage.
- Industrial use with a power rating of 50W and a maximum collector current of 2A.
- Complementary to TIP110 / TIP111 / TIP112 NPN transistors.
- Housed in a standard through-hole TO-220 package.
Applications
The TIP117 transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- Amplifiers: Due to its high gain and low saturation voltage, it is suitable for amplifier circuits.
- Low-speed switching circuits: Its high current handling and low saturation voltage make it ideal for switching applications.
- Motor control: It can be used in motor control circuits due to its ability to handle high currents and voltages.
- Power regulation: The transistor is effective in power regulation tasks, ensuring stable performance.
- Audio amplification: It can be used in audio amplification circuits where high gain and low noise are required.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP117 transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the TIP117 transistor is -100V. - What is the maximum collector current (IC) of the TIP117 transistor?
The maximum collector current (IC) of the TIP117 transistor is -2A. - What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP117 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP117 transistor is 1000 at VCE = -4 V and IC = -1 A. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP117 transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP117 transistor is -2.5 V at IC = -2 A and IB = -8 mA. - What is the junction temperature (TJ) of the TIP117 transistor?
The junction temperature (TJ) of the TIP117 transistor is 150°C. - What is the storage temperature range (TSTG) of the TIP117 transistor?
The storage temperature range (TSTG) of the TIP117 transistor is -65 to 150°C. - In what package is the TIP117 transistor housed?
The TIP117 transistor is housed in a standard through-hole TO-220 package. - What are the complementary transistors to the TIP117?
The TIP117 is complementary to the TIP110 / TIP111 / TIP112 NPN transistors. - What are some common applications of the TIP117 transistor?
The TIP117 transistor is commonly used in amplifiers, low-speed switching circuits, motor control, power regulation, and audio amplification. - What is the power dissipation (PC) of the TIP117 transistor at TA = 25°C?
The power dissipation (PC) of the TIP117 transistor at TA = 25°C is 2 W, and at TC = 25°C it is 50 W.
