NTE261 The NTE261 is an NPN Darlington power transistor designed for general purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. It features a 100V collector-emitter voltage and 5A continuous collector current.
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The NTE261 is an NPN Darlington power transistor designed for general purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications. It features a 100V collector-emitter voltage and 5A continuous collector current.
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NTE261 Specifications Quick View

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NTE261 Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The NTE261 is a silicon NPN Darlington power transistor housed in a TO-220 package. It is designed for general-purpose amplifier and low-speed switching applications.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a collector-emitter sustaining voltage of 100V and a continuous collector current of 5A. The transistor offers a high DC current gain (hFE) of 2500 typically at 4A. Its low collector-emitter saturation voltage is 2V maximum at 3A and 4V maximum at 5A.

 

With a power dissipation rating of 2W at 25°C ambient temperature, and 65W at 25°C case temperature, the NTE261 is suitable for various power applications. The operating and storage temperature range is from -65°C to +150°C.

 

The transistor is mounted via through-hole method and comes in a TO-220-3 package.

NTE261 Quick Information

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

NTE261 Compliance

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

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NTE261 Features

  • NPN Darlington transistor for power applications.
  • 100V collector-emitter sustaining voltage.
  • 5A continuous collector current.
  • High DC current gain up to 2500.
  • TO-220 package with through-hole mounting.

NTE261 Applications

  • General purpose amplifier circuits.
  • Low-speed switching applications.
  • Power supply regulation.
  • Motor control circuits.

NTE261 FAQs

7 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the collector-emitter sustaining voltage of the NTE261 transistor?

The collector-emitter sustaining voltage (VCEO(sus)) is a minimum of 100V at 100mA.

What is the maximum continuous collector current for the NTE261?

The NTE261 can handle a continuous collector current of 5A.

What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the NTE261 at 4A?

The typical DC current gain (hFE) for the NTE261 at an IC of 4A is 2500.

What is the power dissipation of the NTE261 at 25°C ambient temperature?

The NTE261 has a power dissipation of 2W at 25°C ambient temperature.

What is the operating temperature range for the NTE261 transistor?

The NTE261 operates between -65°C and 150°C (TJ).

What type of package is the NTE261 in?

The NTE261 is supplied in a TO-220 package.

How is the NTE261 transistor mounted?

The NTE261 is mounted using the through-hole method.

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