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The TIP42A from STMicroelectronics is a PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) suitable for power switching and amplification applications. It features a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 60V and can handle a continuous collector current of up to 6A. The transistor has a power dissipation rating of 2W and is designed for through-hole mounting in a TO-220 package.
With a DC current gain (hFE) of at least 15 at 3A and 4V, and a Vce saturation of 1.5V maximum at 600mA and 6A, the TIP42A provides reliable performance for various power control tasks. Its operating temperature range extends up to 150°C (TJ), making it suitable for demanding environments. The TO-220 package facilitates easy integration into circuit boards via through-hole mounting.
This component is often used in power supplies, voltage regulators, and audio amplifier output stages where robust current handling and voltage ratings are required. Its PNP configuration makes it complementary to NPN transistors in push-pull amplifier designs.
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The collector-emitter voltage for the TIP42A is 60V.
The TIP42A can handle a continuous collector current of 6A.
The power dissipation for the TIP42A is 2W.
The TIP42A operates at temperatures up to 150°C (TJ).
The TIP42A is mounted using the through-hole method.
The DC current gain (hFE) of the TIP42A is a minimum of 15 at 3A and 4V.
The Vce saturation for the TIP42A is a maximum of 1.5V at 600mA and 6A.