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TIP145 Information
TIP145 by NTE Electronics Inc is a Power Bipolar Transistor.
Power Bipolar Transistors are under the broader part category of Transistors.
A transistor is a small semiconductor device used to amplify, control, or create electrical signals. When selecting a transistor, factors such as voltage, current rating, gain, and power dissipation must be considered, with common types. Read more about Transistors on our Transistors part category page.
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TIP145
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TIP145
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Power Bipolar Transistor,
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| Rohs Code | Yes | |
| Part Life Cycle Code | Obsolete | |
| Ihs Manufacturer | NTE ELECTRONICS INC | |
| Reach Compliance Code | unknown | |
| ECCN Code | EAR99 | |
| Date Of Intro | 2018-07-19 | |
| Collector Current-Max (IC) | 10 A | |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max | 60 V | |
| Configuration | DARLINGTON WITH BUILT-IN DIODE AND RESISTOR | |
| DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) | 500 | |
| JEDEC-95 Code | TO-247 | |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PSFM-T3 | |
| Number of Elements | 1 | |
| Number of Terminals | 3 | |
| Operating Temperature-Max | 150 °C | |
| Operating Temperature-Min | -65 °C | |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | |
| Package Style | FLANGE MOUNT | |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | NOT SPECIFIED | |
| Polarity/Channel Type | PNP | |
| Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) | 125 W | |
| Surface Mount | NO | |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | |
| Terminal Position | SINGLE | |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED | |
| Transistor Application | AMPLIFIER | |
| Transistor Element Material | SILICON | |
| VCEsat-Max | 3 V |
TIP145 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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The maximum safe operating temperature for the TIP145 is 150°C, as specified in the datasheet. However, it's recommended to operate the transistor within a temperature range of 25°C to 125°C for optimal performance and reliability.
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While the TIP145 can be used as a switch, it's not suitable for high-frequency applications due to its relatively high transition frequency (fT) of 3 MHz. For high-frequency applications, consider using a transistor with a higher fT, such as the 2N5551 or 2N5401.
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To ensure the TIP145 is fully turned on or off, make sure to provide a sufficient base current (IB) and a suitable base-emitter voltage (VBE). A general rule of thumb is to use a base current of at least 1/10th of the collector current (IC) and a VBE of around 0.7V to 1V.
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The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCE) that the TIP145 can handle is 100V, as specified in the datasheet. Exceeding this voltage can lead to transistor failure or damage.
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While the TIP145 can be used in linear amplifier circuits, it's not the most suitable choice due to its relatively low current gain (hFE) and high collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)). Consider using a transistor with a higher hFE and lower VCE(sat), such as the 2N3055 or 2N3773, for linear amplifier applications.