The TIP105 is a silicon Epitaxial-Base PNP power transistor housed in a TO-220 plastic package. It is designed and manufactured by STMicroelectronics, a global leader in semiconductor solutions. This transistor is primarily intended for a wide variety of applications in power linear and switching circuits.
Key Features
- High Current Performance: The TIP105 is capable of handling continuous collector currents up to 8 A, making it suitable for high-power applications.
- Voltage Ratings: It can withstand collector-emitter voltages up to 60 V, and collector-base voltages up to 60 V, providing a good margin for varied electronic designs.
- Complementary NPN Type: It has a complementary NPN counterpart, TIP100, which allows for use in push-pull configurations and other applications requiring matched transistor pairs.
- Low Saturation Voltage: This feature ensures lower power dissipation and higher efficiency, particularly in switching applications.
- Monolithic Construction: The internal structure is designed for high reliability and robust performance.
Application Areas
The TIP105 is versatile in its applications, including but not limited to:
- Power regulators
- DC-DC converters
- Motor control circuits
- Audio amplifiers
- Switching applications
Product Specifications
Parameter
Value
Collector-Emitter Voltage (V<sub>CEO)
60 V
Collector-Base Voltage (V<sub>CBO)
60 V
Emitter-Base Voltage (V<sub>EBO)
5 V
Collector Current (I<sub>C)
8 A
Total Power Dissipation (P<sub>TOT)
65 W
The TIP105 from STMicroelectronics is a robust and reliable component that offers a balance of good electrical characteristics and practicality, making it a preferred choice for designers and engineers in various power-handling and amplification roles.
