Overview
The ST13007 is a high voltage fast-switching NPN power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is designed using high voltage multi-epitaxial planar technology, which enhances its switching speeds and high voltage capability. The device features a cellular emitter structure with planar edge termination, contributing to its high switching performance while maintaining a wide Reverse Bias Safe Operating Area (RBSOA).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) - VBE = 0 | 700 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) - IB = 0 | 400 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) - IC = 0 | 9 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 8 | A |
| Collector Peak Current (ICM) | 16 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | 4 | A |
| Base Peak Current (IBM) | 8 | A |
| Total Dissipation at Tc ≤ 25 °C (PTOT) | 80 | W |
| Storage Temperature (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-case (RthJC) | 1.56 | °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) - Group A | 16 - 30 | |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) - Group B | 26 - 40 |
Key Features
- High voltage capability up to 700 V (VCE with VBE = 0).
- Very high switching speed due to the cellular emitter structure and planar edge termination.
- Low spread of dynamic parameters for reliable operation.
- Tighter gain range and lower leakage current in the ST13007D version.
- Integrated free-wheeling diode.
- Full characterization at 125 °C.
- Large Reverse Bias Safe Operating Area (RBSOA).
Applications
- Electronic ballast for fluorescent lighting.
- Switch mode power supplies.
- Up to 120W electronic transformers for halogen lamps.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the ST13007?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCE) is 700 V when VBE = 0.
- What is the maximum collector current of the ST13007?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 8 A, with a peak current (ICM) of 16 A for pulses less than 5 ms.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-case of the ST13007?
The thermal resistance junction-case (RthJC) is 1.56 °C/W.
- What are the typical applications of the ST13007?
The ST13007 is typically used in electronic ballast for fluorescent lighting, switch mode power supplies, and up to 120W electronic transformers for halogen lamps.
- What technology is used to manufacture the ST13007?
The ST13007 is manufactured using high voltage multi-epitaxial planar technology.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the ST13007?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) is 150 °C.
- Does the ST13007 have an integrated free-wheeling diode?
- What are the DC current gain groups for the ST13007?
The DC current gain (hFE) is classified into two groups: Group A (16-30) and Group B (26-40).
- What is the storage temperature range for the ST13007?
The storage temperature range (TSTG) is -65 to 150 °C.
- Is the ST13007 fully characterized at high temperatures?
