Overview
The TIP36CP is a complementary power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is part of a pair of transistors, with the TIP35CP being the NPN type and the TIP36CP being the PNP type. These transistors are produced using planar technology with a 'base island' layout, which results in exceptional high gain performance and very low collector-emitter saturation voltage. This makes them suitable for a variety of power linear and switching applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | NPN (TIP35CP) | PNP (TIP36CP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 100 | V | 100 | 100 |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 100 | V | 100 | 100 |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 5 | V | 5 | 5 |
| Collector Current (IC) | 25 | A | 25 | 25 |
| Collector Peak Current (ICM) | 50 | A (tP < 5 ms) | 50 | 50 |
| Base Current (IB) | 5 | A | 5 | 5 |
| Total Dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C (Ptot) | 125 | W | 125 | 125 |
| Storage Temperature (Tstg) | -65 to 150 | °C | -65 to 150 | -65 to 150 |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150 | °C | 150 | 150 |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | 1.8 - 4 | V | 1.8 - 4 | 1.8 - 4 |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 10 - 50 | 10 - 50 | 10 - 50 |
Key Features
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: The TIP36CP has a low collector-emitter saturation voltage, which is crucial for efficient operation in power applications.
- Complementary NPN-PNP Transistors: The TIP35CP and TIP36CP are complementary transistors, making them ideal for use in push-pull amplifier configurations and other applications requiring balanced operation.
- High Gain Performance: These transistors exhibit exceptional high gain performance due to their planar technology with 'base island' layout.
- High Power Handling: With a total dissipation of 125 W and a collector current of up to 25 A, these transistors are suitable for high-power applications.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: The devices can operate over a storage temperature range of -65 to 150 °C and a maximum operating junction temperature of 150 °C.
Applications
- General Purpose: Suitable for a wide range of general-purpose applications due to their versatile characteristics.
- Audio Amplifiers: Often used in audio amplifier circuits where high gain and low distortion are required.
- Power Linear and Switching Applications: Ideal for power linear and switching applications due to their high current handling and low saturation voltage.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the TIP36CP?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the TIP36CP ranges from 1.8 to 4 volts depending on the collector and base currents.
- What is the maximum collector current for the TIP36CP?
The maximum collector current (IC) for the TIP36CP is 25 A, with a peak current of 50 A for pulses less than 5 ms.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-case for the TIP36CP?
The thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) for the TIP36CP is 1 °C/W.
- What are the typical applications of the TIP36CP?
The TIP36CP is typically used in general-purpose applications, audio amplifiers, and power linear and switching applications.
- What is the storage temperature range for the TIP36CP?
The storage temperature range for the TIP36CP is -65 to 150 °C.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the TIP36CP?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) for the TIP36CP is 150 °C.
- What package type is the TIP36CP available in?
The TIP36CP is available in the TO-3P package.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP36CP?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP36CP ranges from 10 to 50 depending on the collector current and collector-emitter voltage.
- Are the TIP36CP transistors RoHS compliant?
- What is the total dissipation at Tcase = 25 °C for the TIP36CP?
