Overview
The TIP42CTU-T is a PNP epitaxial silicon transistor manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor, now part of ON Semiconductor. This transistor is designed for general-purpose applications and is known for its high current and voltage handling capabilities. It is packaged in a TO-220-3 through-hole configuration, making it suitable for a variety of power and switching applications.
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) | -6 | A |
| Collector Current (Pulse) (ICP) | -10 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | -2 | A |
| Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Collector Dissipation (PC) at TC = 25°C | 65 | W |
| Current Gain Bandwidth Product (fT) | 3.0 | MHz |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | -1.5 | V |
| Base-Emitter On Voltage (VBE(on)) | -2.0 | V |
Key Features
- High collector current of up to 6 A and high collector-emitter voltage of up to 100 V, making it suitable for high-power applications.
- PNP epitaxial silicon transistor with a TO-220-3 package, providing good thermal dissipation.
- High current gain bandwidth product of 3 MHz, suitable for high-frequency applications.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage and base-emitter on voltage, reducing power losses.
- Wide operating temperature range from -65°C to 150°C.
Applications
- Power amplifiers and switching circuits.
- Motor control and driver circuits.
- High-current and high-voltage power supplies.
- Audio amplifiers and other general-purpose power applications.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The maximum collector current is -6 A. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is -100 V. - What is the package type of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The package type is TO-220-3 through-hole. - What is the current gain bandwidth product of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The current gain bandwidth product is 3.0 MHz. - What is the junction temperature range of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The junction temperature range is up to 150°C. - What are some common applications of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
Common applications include power amplifiers, motor control circuits, high-current power supplies, and audio amplifiers. - What is the storage temperature range for the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The storage temperature range is from -65°C to 150°C. - What is the collector dissipation at TC = 25°C for the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The collector dissipation at TC = 25°C is 65 W. - What is the base-emitter on voltage of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The base-emitter on voltage is -2.0 V. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP42CTU-T transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage is -1.5 V.
