The 2N5038 is a silicon planar multiepitaxial NPN transistors in Jedec TO-3 metal case. They are especially intended for high current and switching applications.
What is Power Transistor?
Transistors are three-terminal semiconductor electronic devices that can be used as switches or amplifiers. They can be of NPN or PNP polarity, and many different types are available with different power and switching speed ratings. If a transistor designed to these concepts can handle more than 1 A of collector current, it is generally considered to be a power transistor. Such transistors must have low output resistance to deliver large load currents, and good junction insulation to resist high voltages. They must also dissipate heat very quickly to avoid overheating.
2N5038 Pinout
2N5038 Pin Configuration
| Pin No | Pin Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Base |
| 2 | Emitter |
| 3 | Collector |
2N5038 Key Features
- Type Designator: 2N5038
- Material of Transistor: Si
- Polarity: NPN
- Max. Operating Junction Temperature (Tj): 200 °C
- Package: TO3
- High Speed-tf= 0.5μs (Max)
- Low Saturation Voltage- VCE(sat)≤2.5V@ IC= 20A
- 100% avalanche tested
- Minimum Lot-to-Lot variations for robust device Performance and reliable operation
Specification
| Ic (mA) | Pd (mW) | Vce (max) | Vcb | hfe | FT (MHz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 140 | 90 | 120 | 20 | 60 |
2N5038 Equivalent/Alternate:
- 2N50, 2N500, 2N5000, 2N5000SM, 2N5001
Application
- High Current
- Fast Switching
You can download this datasheet for 2N5038 NPN Power Transistor from the link given below:
