The article relates us with the important features and specifications of MJE13005 device, which is a high voltage, high speed transistor, applicable for many different electronic circuit designs.
Let's try to understand the pin outs and technical specs of the device:
Pinout Diagram
Main Features
- Package - TO-220AB (typically recommended)
- Type - NPN Silicon
- Power Handling Capaciy - 75 Watts,
- Maximum Current Handling Capacity - 4 Amps
- Maximum Voltage Handling Capacity - Not less than 400V
Main Application Areas
High voltage circuits, switch mode power supplies, motor control, switching regulators, inverters, solenoid drivers.
Maximum Tolerable Ratings
- Maximum sustainable collector to emitter voltage = 400V DC (700V DC pulsed)
- Maximum tolerable emitter to base voltage = 9V DC
- Maximum sustainable collector to emitter current = 4 amps (8 amps pulsed)
- Maximum continuous base current = 2 amps (4 amps pulsed)
Technical Specifications
- Base emitter saturation voltage = typically 1.2V
- DC current gain (hFE) = typically around 20 to 60
- Application Circuits
A couple of application circuits using the MJE13005 have been discussed in the following articles:
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