The 2SA838 is a PNP silicon epitaxial transistor manufactured by Panasonic. This transistor is designed for use in a wide range of general-purpose amplifier and switching applications. It is known for its reliable performance and stable characteristics. This makes it suitable for various consumer and industrial electronics.

Applications

• General-purpose amplification in audio circuits
• Switching circuits in digital and analog systems
• Driver stages for low-power devices
• Signal amplification in communication equipment
• Control circuits in various electronic devices

Features

• PNP silicon epitaxial transistor structure
• Collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of -50V
• Collector current (IC) of -0.15A
• High current gain (hFE) for efficient amplification
• Low saturation voltage for efficient switching
• Small signal amplification capabilities

Benefits

• Versatile application in various electronic circuits
• Reliable performance due to its robust design
• Efficient amplification and switching capabilities
• Easy integration into existing circuit designs
• Cost-effective solution for general-purpose applications

Additional Details

The 2SA838 is typically available in a through-hole package, such as TO-92. It has a collector-base voltage (VCBO) of -50V and an emitter-base voltage (VEBO) of -5V. The power dissipation (PC) is usually around 0.25W. It can be found in many older consumer electronics such as radios and televisions. Complementary NPN transistor: 2SC1668.