Overview
The TIP32CTU is a PNP Epitaxial-base power transistor manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor, now part of ON Semiconductor. It is packaged in a TO-220 3-lead plastic package and is designed for medium power linear and switching applications. The TIP32C is part of a series that includes the TIP32 and TIP32A, each with different voltage ratings. The TIP32CTU is specifically marked for rail packaging and is complementary to the NPN type TIP31 series.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VCBO (Collector-Base Voltage) | -100 | V |
| VCEO (Collector-Emitter Voltage) | -100 | V |
| VEBO (Emitter-Base Voltage) | -5 | V |
| IC (Collector Current, DC) | -3 | A |
| ICP (Collector Current, Pulse) | -5 | A |
| IB (Base Current) | -3 | A |
| TJ (Junction Temperature) | 150 | °C |
| TSTG (Storage Temperature Range) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| PC (Collector Dissipation at TA = 25°C) | 2 | W |
| VCE(sat) (Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage) | -1.2 | V |
| VBE(on) (Base-Emitter On Voltage) | -1.8 | V |
| hFE (DC Current Gain) | 25 to 50 |
Key Features
- PNP Epitaxial-base power transistor
- TO-220 3-lead plastic package
- Medium power linear and switching applications
- Complementary to TIP31 series (NPN type)
- High collector current and pulse current capabilities
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage and base-emitter on voltage
- Wide operating temperature range
- ECOPACK® lead-free second level interconnect for environmental compliance
Applications
- Linear and switching industrial equipment
- Power amplifiers and drivers
- Motor control circuits
- Relay and solenoid drivers
- General-purpose power switching applications
Q & A
- What is the TIP32CTU transistor used for?
The TIP32CTU is used for medium power linear and switching applications.
- What is the package type of the TIP32CTU?
The TIP32CTU is packaged in a TO-220 3-lead plastic package.
- What are the absolute maximum ratings for the TIP32CTU?
The absolute maximum ratings include VCBO = -100V, VCEO = -100V, VEBO = -5V, IC = -3A, ICP = -5A, and IB = -3A.
- What is the junction temperature limit for the TIP32CTU?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the TIP32CTU?
The storage temperature range is -65 to 150°C.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage for the TIP32CTU?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is approximately -1.2V.
- What is the base-emitter on voltage for the TIP32CTU?
The base-emitter on voltage (VBE(on)) is approximately -1.8V.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP32CTU?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 25 to 50.
- Is the TIP32CTU environmentally friendly?
Yes, the TIP32CTU is available in ECOPACK® lead-free second level interconnect, which is environmentally compliant.
- What are some common applications of the TIP32CTU?
Common applications include linear and switching industrial equipment, power amplifiers, motor control circuits, and general-purpose power switching applications.
