Overview
The STP03D200 is a high-performance NPN Darlington transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This device is composed of two extra high voltage NPN transistors in a Darlington configuration, housed in a single TO-220 package. It is designed to provide high gain characteristics and extra high voltage capability, making it suitable for various demanding electronic applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-base voltage (VCBO) | 2000 | V |
| Collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) | 1200 | V |
| Emitter-base voltage (VEBO) | 20 | V |
| Collector current (IC) | 100 | mA |
| Collector peak current (ICM) | 200 | mA |
| Total dissipation at Tc = 25 °C (PTOT) | 40 | W |
| Storage temperature (TSTG) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. operating junction temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C |
| Thermal resistance junction-case (RthJC) | 3.13 | °C/W |
| DC current gain (hFE) | 200 | |
| Collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) | 2 | V |
| Base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)) | 2 | V |
Key Features
- Extra high voltage capability up to 2 kV
- High gain characteristic due to Darlington configuration
- High collector-emitter breakdown voltage (V(BR)CEO) of 1200 V
- Low collector-emitter and base-emitter saturation voltages
- High thermal dissipation capability with a total dissipation of 40 W at Tc = 25 °C
- ECOPACK® packaging for environmental compliance
Applications
The STP03D200 is particularly suited for applications requiring high voltage and high gain, such as:
- Active start-up networks in 3-phase Switch-Mode Power Supplies (S.M.P.S.) as described in application note AN2454
- High voltage switching and amplification circuits
- Power management systems requiring high reliability and performance
Q & A
- What is the collector-base voltage rating of the STP03D200?
The collector-base voltage (VCBO) is 2000 V. - What is the maximum collector current of the STP03D200?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 100 mA. - What is the thermal resistance junction-case of the STP03D200?
The thermal resistance junction-case (RthJC) is 3.13 °C/W. - What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the STP03D200?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) is 200. - In what package is the STP03D200 available?
The STP03D200 is available in a TO-220 package. - What are the storage temperature limits for the STP03D200?
The storage temperature (TSTG) range is -65 to 150 °C. - What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the STP03D200?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) is 150 °C. - What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the STP03D200?
The collector-emitter breakdown voltage (V(BR)CEO) is 1200 V. - What are some typical applications of the STP03D200?
Typical applications include active start-up networks in 3-phase S.M.P.S., high voltage switching, and power management systems. - Does the STP03D200 come in environmentally compliant packaging?
Yes, the STP03D200 is available in ECOPACK® packages, which meet various levels of environmental compliance.
