NTE253 The NTE253 is an NPN Darlington transistor from NTE Electronics designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. It offers a high DC current gain and a TO-126 package.
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The NTE253 is an NPN Darlington transistor from NTE Electronics designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. It offers a high DC current gain and a TO-126 package.
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NTE253 Specifications Quick View

Most important parameters for selection – full specs in datasheet.
Category
Manufacturer Name
Collector Cutoff Current
Current
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce
Emitter Cutoff Current
ICBO (Maximum @ VCE = 80 V, IE = 0)
ICBO (Maximum @ VCE = 80 V, IE = 0, TC = +100 °C)
Mounting Type
Operating Junction Temperature
Operating Temperature
Power
Storage Temperature
Supplier Device Package
Thermal Resistance - Junction to Case
Total Power Dissipation
Transistor Type
V(BR)CEO (Minimum/Nominal @ IC = 50 mA, IB = 0)
VBE(on) (Maximum @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 1.5 A)
VBE(on) (Maximum @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 2.0 A)
VBE(on) (Maximum @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 4.0 A)
VCE(sat) (Maximum @ IC = 1.5 A, IB = 30 mA)
VCE(sat) (Maximum @ IC = 2.0 A, IB = 40 mA)
VCE(sat) (Maximum @ IC = 4.0 A, IB = 40 mA)
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic
Voltage
hFE (Minimum @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 4 A)
hFE (Minimum/Typical @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 1.5 A)
hFE (Minimum/Typical @ VCE = 3 V, IC = 2 A)
hFE (Typical @ IC = 2 A)

NTE253 Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The NTE253 is a silicon complementary NPN Darlington transistor housed in a TO-126 type case. It is engineered for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. This transistor boasts a high DC current gain, typically 2000 at an IC of 2A, and features monolithic construction with built-in base-emitter resistors to limit leakage multiplication.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (VCEO) of 80V and a continuous Collector Current (IC) of 4A. The Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) is rated at a maximum of 3.0V at 4A. The operating junction temperature range is from -65°C to +150°C, with a total power dissipation of 40W at 25°C case temperature.

 

The NTE253 is designed for through-hole mounting. Its robust construction and electrical specifications make it suitable for various amplification and switching tasks in electronic circuits.

NTE253 Quick Information

Product Type: Transistor
Canonical Name: NPN Darlington Power Transistor
Subcategory: Single

NTE253 Compliance

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

NTE253 Estimated Pricing

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NTE253 Features

  • High DC current gain up to 2000.
  • 80V collector-emitter breakdown voltage.
  • 4A continuous collector current.
  • 40W total power dissipation.
  • TO-126 package for through-hole mounting.

NTE253 Applications

  • General-purpose amplifier circuits.
  • Low-speed switching applications.
  • Power supply regulation stages.
  • Audio amplifier output stages.

NTE253 FAQs

6 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the maximum collector current for the NTE253 transistor?

The NTE253 transistor has a maximum continuous collector current of 4A.

What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the NTE253?

The collector-emitter breakdown voltage (VCEO) for the NTE253 is 80V.

What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) for the NTE253?

The NTE253 transistor has a typical DC current gain (hFE) of 2000 at IC = 2A.

What is the operating temperature range for the NTE253 transistor?

The operating junction temperature range for the NTE253 is -65°C to +150°C.

What package type is the NTE253 transistor supplied in?

The NTE253 transistor is supplied in a TO-126 package.

How is the NTE253 transistor mounted?

The NTE253 transistor is designed for through-hole mounting.

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