Overview
The TIP125GE, produced by Harris Corporation (now part of ON Semiconductor), is a PNP Darlington Power Transistor. This transistor is designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. It is part of a family of complementary Darlington transistors that include the TIP120, TIP121, TIP122 (NPN types) and TIP125, TIP126, TIP127 (PNP types).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Transistor Type | PNP Darlington | Medium-power Darlington transistor |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 60 V | Maximum collector-emitter voltage |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 60 V | Maximum collector-base voltage |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VBE) | 5 V | Maximum emitter-base voltage |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | 5 A | Continuous collector current |
| Peak Collector Current (IC) | 8 A | Peak collector current for short pulses |
| Base Current (IB) | 120 mA | Maximum base current |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 1000 (typical) | Typical DC current gain |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 2.0 V (max) @ IC = 3.0 Adc | Maximum collector-emitter saturation voltage |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 65 W | Maximum power dissipation |
| Package Type | TO-220AB | Through-hole package type |
Key Features
- PNP Medium-power Darlington Transistor
- High DC Current Gain (hFE) of typically 1000
- Continuous Collector current (IC) of 5 A
- Collector-Emitter voltage (VCE) of 60 V
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat))
- Monolithic Construction with Built-In Base-Emitter Shunt Resistors
- Compact TO-220 AB Package
- Pb-Free Packages are Available
Applications
The TIP125GE is suitable for a variety of medium and high-power electronics applications, including:
- Controlling motors and solenoids
- Driving high-power LEDs
- General-purpose amplifier applications
- Low-speed switching applications
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP125GE?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCE) is 60 V.
- What is the continuous collector current of the TIP125GE?
The continuous collector current (IC) is 5 A.
- What is the peak collector current of the TIP125GE?
The peak collector current is 8 A for short pulses.
- What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP125GE?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) is 1000.
- What is the maximum base current of the TIP125GE?
The maximum base current (IB) is 120 mA.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP125GE?
The maximum collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 2.0 V at IC = 3.0 Adc.
- What package type is the TIP125GE available in?
The TIP125GE is available in the TO-220AB package.
- Is the TIP125GE RoHS compliant?
- What are some common applications of the TIP125GE?
- Who are some of the manufacturers of the TIP125GE?
