NPN Power Transistor (TO-3 Metal Can)
NPN Power Transistor
Features
- Type: NPN silicon power transistor
- Package: TO-3 metal can
- Use: High-current switching and linear amplification
The 2N3803 is a classic high-power NPN transistor often used in audio amplifiers, power supplies, and industrial control circuits. It is usually paired with a PNP complement for push-pull applications.
Specifications
- Polarity : NPN
- Collector-Base Voltage (Vcbo) : 60–80 V
- Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vceo) : 60 V
- Emitter-Base Voltage (Vebo) : ~5–7 V
- Collector Current (Ic max) : 10 A
- Power Dissipation (Ptot) : 150–200 W (with proper heatsink)
- Gain (hFE) : Typically 20–50
- Transition Frequency (ft) : 50–150 MHz
- Package : TO-3 metal can
- Operating Temperature : Up to ~150 °C
Additional Information
| CatGroup |
Transistor |
| Device |
Transistor |
| Type |
NPN | Power |
Upgrade your projects with the 2N3803 NPN power transistor, designed for high-current switching and linear amplification. Ideal for audio amplifiers and industrial controls, this robust TO-3 metal can transistor delivers reliable performance with exceptional power dissipation, ensuring your circuits operate efficiently.