TIP42 TO-220 PNP Normal Quality Silicon Power Transistors

Product Description: TIP42 TO220
The TIP42 is a high-performance PNP power transistor designed for medium power applications, particularly in linear amplification and switching. Housed in the TO-220 package, it is suitable for various electronic circuits requiring robust performance.

Features

• PNP Configuration: The TIP42 operates as a PNP transistor, allowing for effective current amplification in negative voltage applications.
• Voltage Ratings:
  Maximum Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE): 40V
  Maximum Collector-Base Voltage (VCB): 80V
  Maximum Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB): 5V
• Current Handling Capability: Maximum Collector Current (IC): 6A
• Power Dissipation: Maximum Power Dissipation (PD): Approximately 65W.
• Gain Characteristics: DC Current Gain (hFE): Typically ranges from 20 to 75, depending on the collector current.
• Transition Frequency: Transition Frequency (ft): Approximately 3 MHz.

Applications
The TIP42 TO220 is utilized in various applications:

• Audio Amplifiers: Ideal for use in audio amplifier circuits due to its high power handling capabilities.
• Switching Applications: Commonly used in medium power switching circuits.
• Voltage Regulators: Suitable for use in linear voltage regulation circuits.
• General Purpose Electronics: Effective in a variety of general-purpose electronic circuits, including signal processing and control applications.

Package Included:
1 x TIP42 TO220 Transistor. Please note that the product image is for illustrative purposes only. The actual product may vary slightly in appearance!