Overview
The TIP142T is a low-voltage NPN power Darlington transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is designed using planar technology with a 'base island' layout and a monolithic Darlington configuration. This transistor is known for its exceptional high gain performance and very low saturation voltage, making it suitable for various industrial applications.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | 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) | 10 | A |
| ICM | Collector Peak Current | 20 | A |
| IB | Base Current (DC) | 0.5 | A |
| PTOT | Total Dissipation at Tcase = 25°C | 90 | W |
| TSTG | Storage Temperature Range | -65 to 150 | °C |
| TJ | Max. Operating Junction Temperature | 150 | °C |
| hFE | DC Current Gain | 1000 (IC = 5 A, VCE = 4 V) | |
| VCE(sat) | Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | 2 V (IC = 5 A, IB = 10 mA) | V |
| VBE(on) | Base-Emitter On Voltage | 3 V (IC = 10 A, VCE = 4 V) | V |
Key Features
- Monolithic Darlington configuration for high gain performance.
- Integrated antiparallel collector-emitter diode.
- Low saturation voltage, enhancing efficiency in switching applications.
- High DC current gain: hFE = 1000 at VCE = 4 V, IC = 5 A.
- Collector-emitter sustaining voltage of 100 V.
- Operating junction temperature up to 150°C.
Applications
The TIP142T is widely used in linear and switching industrial equipment due to its high gain and low saturation voltage characteristics. It is suitable for applications such as power supplies, motor control, and other industrial control systems.
Q & A
- What is the TIP142T transistor?
The TIP142T is a low-voltage NPN power Darlington transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics.
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the TIP142T?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is rated at 100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current for the TIP142T?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 10 A.
- What is the DC current gain of the TIP142T?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 1000 at VCE = 4 V and IC = 5 A.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP142T?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is 2 V at IC = 5 A and IB = 10 mA.
- What are the typical applications of the TIP142T?
The TIP142T is used in linear and switching industrial equipment, such as power supplies and motor control systems.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the TIP142T?
The operating junction temperature range is up to 150°C.
- Is the TIP142T RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the TIP142T?
The TIP142T is available in a TO-220 package.
- Is the TIP142T still in production?
