Overview
The STN9260 is a high voltage fast-switching PNP power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is designed using high voltage multi epitaxial planar technology, which enables high switching speeds and medium voltage capability. The device features a cellular emitter structure with planar edge termination, enhancing switching speeds while maintaining a wide Reverse Bias Safe Operating Area (RBSOA). This transistor is particularly suited for applications requiring fast switching and high voltage handling, such as lighting and low-cost switch-mode power supplies.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | -600 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | -600 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | -7 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | -0.5 | A |
| Collector Peak Current (ICM) | -1 | A (tP < 5 ms) |
| Base Current (IB) | -0.25 | A |
| Base Peak Current (IBM) | -0.5 | A (tP < 5 ms) |
| Total Dissipation at Ta = 25 °C (PTOT) | 1.6 | W |
| Storage Temperature (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient (RthJA) | 78 | °C/W |
Key Features
- High voltage capability up to -600 V
- Fast switching speed
- Medium voltage handling with high switching speeds
- Cellular emitter structure with planar edge termination for enhanced switching speeds and wide RBSOA
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of -1 V
- DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 50 to 140
- Surface mount SOT-223 package
- ECOPACK® compliant for environmental sustainability
Applications
- Lighting applications
- Low-cost switch-mode power supplies
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the STN9260?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCE) of the STN9260 is -600 V.
- What is the typical collector current of the STN9260?
The typical collector current (IC) of the STN9260 is -0.5 A.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-ambient of the STN9260?
The thermal resistance junction-ambient (RthJA) of the STN9260 is 78 °C/W.
- What package type does the STN9260 use?
The STN9260 uses a surface mount SOT-223 package.
- What are the primary applications of the STN9260?
The primary applications of the STN9260 include lighting and low-cost switch-mode power supplies.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the STN9260?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) of the STN9260 is 150 °C.
- Does the STN9260 comply with environmental standards?
Yes, the STN9260 is ECOPACK® compliant, meeting environmental sustainability standards.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the STN9260?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the STN9260 is typically -1 V.
- What is the DC current gain range of the STN9260?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the STN9260 ranges from 50 to 140.
- What is the storage temperature range for the STN9260?
The storage temperature range (TSTG) for the STN9260 is -65 to 150 °C.
