2N2857 The 2N2857 is a silicon NPN transistor from RCA, designed for UHF equipment. It features a TO-72 package and operates at high frequencies.
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2N2857

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The 2N2857 is a silicon NPN transistor from RCA, designed for UHF equipment. It features a TO-72 package and operates at high frequencies.
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2N2857 Specifications Quick View

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2N2857 Description

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The 2N2857 is a silicon NPN transistor manufactured by RCA, designed for UHF equipment applications such as low noise amplifiers, oscillators, and mixers. It is housed in a TO-72 package.

 

Key electrical specifications include a Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) of 15V, a Collector Current (IC) of up to 40mA, and a maximum device dissipation (PD) of 200mW. The transistor exhibits a DC Current Gain (HFE) ranging from 30 to 150 and a Current-Gain Bandwidth Product (fT) of 1.6 GHz at 5mA IC.

 

Functional characteristics include a Maximum Unilateral Gain (GU max) of 13dB typical at 500 MHz and a Maximum Available Gain (MAG) of 13.5dB typical at 500 MHz. The noise figure (NF) is 5.5dB at 500 MHz.

 

This transistor is suitable for high-frequency applications requiring low noise amplification and stable oscillation or mixing performance.

2N2857 Quick Information

Product Type: NPN Transistor
Canonical Name: 2N2857 NPN Transistor
Subcategory: NPN

2N2857 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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2N2857 Features

  • Silicon NPN UHF transistor.
  • 1.6 GHz current-gain bandwidth product.
  • Maximum unilateral gain of 13 dB.
  • TO-72 packaged for through-hole mounting.
  • Designed for low noise amplifier applications.

2N2857 Applications

  • Used in low noise amplifier circuits.
  • Suitable for oscillator applications.
  • Applicable for mixer circuits.
  • Designed for UHF equipment.

2N2857 FAQs

5 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the maximum Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) for the 2N2857 transistor?

The minimum Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) is 15V.

What is the maximum Collector Current (IC) for the 2N2857?

The maximum Collector Current (IC) is 40mA.

What is the Current-Gain Bandwidth Product (fT) of the 2N2857 transistor?

The Current-Gain Bandwidth Product (fT) is 1.6 GHz at 5mA IC and 6V VCE.

What is the package type for the 2N2857 transistor?

The 2N2857 transistor is supplied in a TO-72 package.

What is the maximum power dissipation for the 2N2857 transistor?

The maximum device dissipation (PD) is 200mW.

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