NTE196 The NTE196 is an NPN silicon transistor from NTE Electronics designed for general purpose amplifier and switching applications. It features a 70V collector-emitter voltage and a 7A continuous collector current.
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NTE196

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The NTE196 is an NPN silicon transistor from NTE Electronics designed for general purpose amplifier and switching applications. It features a 70V collector-emitter voltage and a 7A continuous collector current.
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NTE196 Specifications Quick View

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Base Current
Collector Current
Collector Cutoff Current (Maximum @ VCE = 60 V, IB = 0)
Collector Cutoff Current (Maximum @ VCE = 80 V, VEB(off) = 1.5 V, TC = +150 °C)
Collector Cutoff Current (Maximum @ Vce=80 V, Veb(off)=1.5 V)
Collector-Base Voltage
Collector-Emitter Sustaining Voltage
Collector-Emitter Voltage
Current
Current Gain Bandwidth Product (fT)
DC Current Gain (Minimum @ IC = 7 A, VCE = 4 V)
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce
Emitter Cutoff Current
Emitter-Base Voltage
Frequency
Lead Style
Mounting Type
Operating Junction Temperature
Operating Temperature
Power
Power Dissipation Derating
Storage Temperature
Supplier Device Package
Supplier Package
Thermal Resistance - Junction to Case
Total Power Dissipation
Transistor Type
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic
Voltage

NTE196 Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The NTE196 is a silicon NPN transistor manufactured by NTE Electronics, suitable for general purpose amplifier and switching applications. It is housed in a TO-220 package and offers a collector-emitter sustaining voltage of 70V.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a continuous collector current of 7A and a peak collector current of 10A. The DC current gain (hFE) is specified up to 30 minimum at 2A, VCE 4V, and 2.3 minimum at 7A, VCE 4V. The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is a maximum of 3.5V at 3A base current and 7A collector current.

 

This transistor operates within a junction temperature range of -65°C to +150°C and has a total power dissipation of 40W at 25°C case temperature. The thermal resistance from junction to case is 3.125°C/W.

 

Designed for through-hole mounting, the NTE196 is a complementary part to the NTE197 PNP transistor. Its robust specifications make it suitable for various audio power output and medium power switching tasks.

NTE196 Quick Information

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

NTE196 Compliance

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

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NTE196 Features

  • NPN silicon transistor for amplifier use.
  • 70V collector-emitter sustaining voltage.
  • 7A continuous collector current rating.
  • TO-220 package for through-hole mounting.
  • Wide operating temperature range.

NTE196 Applications

  • General purpose amplifier circuits.
  • Medium power switching applications.
  • Audio power output stages.
  • Complementary to NTE197 PNP transistor.

NTE196 FAQs

7 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the collector-emitter sustaining voltage for the NTE196 transistor?

The collector-emitter sustaining voltage (VCEO(sus)) for the NTE196 is a minimum of 70V.

What is the maximum continuous collector current for the NTE196?

The NTE196 transistor has a maximum continuous collector current of 7A.

What is the package type of the NTE196 transistor?

The NTE196 transistor is supplied in a TO-220-3 package.

How is the NTE196 transistor mounted?

The NTE196 transistor is designed for through-hole mounting.

What is the operating temperature range for the NTE196?

The operating junction temperature range for the NTE196 is -65°C to +150°C.

What is the total power dissipation of the NTE196 at 25°C?

The total power dissipation for the NTE196 is 40W at a case temperature of 25°C.

What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the NTE196 at 2A collector current?

The DC current gain (hFE) of the NTE196 is a minimum of 30 at an IC of 2A and VCE of 4V.

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