NTE186A The NTE186A is an NPN silicon transistor designed for medium power audio amplifier applications. It offers a 40V collector-emitter voltage and 3A peak collector current.
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NTE186A

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NTE Electronics
The NTE186A is an NPN silicon transistor designed for medium power audio amplifier applications. It offers a 40V collector-emitter voltage and 3A peak collector current.
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NTE186A Specifications Quick View

Most important parameters for selection – full specs in datasheet.
Category
Manufacturer Name
Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vbe Sat)
Collector Cutoff Current (Maximum @ VCE = 12 V, IB = 0)
Collector Cutoff Current (Maximum @ Vcb=20 V, Ie=0)
Collector Emitter Saturation Voltage (@ IC = 2 A, IB = 200 mA)
Collector Output Capacitance (COB)
Current
DC Current Gain (@ VCE = 5 V, IC = 1 A)
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce
Emitter Cutoff Current
Frequency
Mounting Type
Operating Temperature
Operating Temperature - Maximum
Power
Power Dissipation (Maximum @ TC=25 °C)
Storage Temperature Range
Supplier Device Package
Transistor Type
Transition Frequency (Typical @ VCE = 5 V, IC = 500 mA)
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic
Voltage
Voltage - Maximum
voltage (Minimum @ IC = 0)
voltage (Minimum @ IE=0)

NTE186A Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The NTE186A is a complementary silicon NPN transistor from NTE Electronics, suitable for medium power audio amplifier applications. It features a collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of 40V and a peak collector current (ICP) of 3A.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 50 to 220 at 1A and 5V, and a transition frequency (fT) of 150MHz at 500mA and 5V. The transistor has a maximum base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)) of 1.5V and a collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) between 0.4V and 1.0V under specific test conditions.

 

This device is housed in a TO-202M package with a long tab, designed for through-hole mounting. It has a maximum power dissipation of 10W at 25°C case temperature and an operating junction temperature up to 150°C. The storage temperature range is from -55°C to +150°C.

NTE186A Quick Information

Product Type: NPN Transistor
Canonical Name: NTE186A NPN Silicon Transistor
Subcategory: Single

NTE186A Compliance

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

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NTE186A Features

  • NPN silicon transistor for audio amplifiers.
  • 40V collector-emitter voltage rating.
  • 3A peak collector current capability.
  • 150MHz transition frequency.
  • TO-202M package for through-hole mounting.

NTE186A Applications

  • Used in power switching circuits
  • Suitable for signal amplification
  • Ideal for industrial power supplies
  • Applicable in automotive electronic systems

NTE186A FAQs

6 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the NTE186A transistor?

The NTE186A transistor has a maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of 40V.

What is the peak collector current rating of the NTE186A transistor?

The NTE186A transistor has a peak collector current (ICP) rating of 3A.

What is the operating temperature range for the NTE186A transistor?

The NTE186A transistor can operate at a junction temperature up to 150°C.

What package type is the NTE186A transistor supplied in?

The NTE186A transistor is supplied in a TO-202M package with a long tab.

What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the NTE186A transistor?

The DC current gain (hFE) of the NTE186A transistor is between 50 and 220 at 1A and 5V.

What is the transition frequency (fT) for the NTE186A transistor?

The transition frequency (fT) for the NTE186A transistor is 150MHz at 500mA and 5V.

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