2N396A The RTC 2N396A is a PNP Germanium transistor designed for medium-speed switching applications in data-processing equipment. It offers a maximum collector-base voltage of 30V.
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2N396A

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The RTC 2N396A is a PNP Germanium transistor designed for medium-speed switching applications in data-processing equipment. It offers a maximum collector-base voltage of 30V.
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2N396A Description

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The RTC 2N396A is a PNP Germanium transistor suitable for medium-speed switching applications, particularly within data-processing equipment. It features a maximum collector-base voltage of 30V and a maximum collector current of 0.2A.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a maximum collector power dissipation of 0.15W, a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 20V, and a maximum emitter-base voltage of 20V. The transistor operates up to a maximum junction temperature of 100°C and has a transition frequency of 4MHz.

 

Additional specifications include a typical collector capacitance of 24pF and a minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of 30. The material is Germanium, and the polarity is PNP. This component is noted as New Old Stock (NOS) and is no longer available for export.

2N396A Quick Information

Product Type: Bipolar Transistor
Canonical Name: 2N396A PNP Germanium Transistor
Subcategory: Transistor

2N396A Compliance

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

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2N396A Features

  • PNP Germanium transistor for switching.
  • Maximum collector-base voltage is 30V.
  • Maximum collector current is 0.2A.
  • Maximum operating junction temperature 100°C.
  • Transition frequency of 4MHz.

2N396A Applications

  • Suitable for medium-speed switching in data processing.
  • Used in low-power germanium transistor circuits.
  • Applicable in vintage electronic equipment designs.
  • Ideal for applications requiring PNP germanium transistors.

2N396A FAQs

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What is the maximum collector-base voltage for the 2N396A transistor?

The maximum collector-base voltage (Vcb) for the 2N396A is 30V.

What is the maximum collector current of the 2N396A transistor?

The maximum collector current (Ic max) for the 2N396A is 0.2A.

What is the maximum operating junction temperature for the 2N396A?

The maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) for the 2N396A is 100°C.

What is the transition frequency of the 2N396A transistor?

The transition frequency (ft) of the 2N396A is 4MHz.

What is the minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) for the 2N396A?

The minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) for the 2N396A is 30.

What material is the 2N396A transistor made of?

The 2N396A transistor is made of Germanium (Ge).

What polarity is the 2N396A transistor?

The 2N396A transistor has a PNP polarity.

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