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Part Number 2N3055
Manufacturer Central Semiconductor
Pin Count 4
Part Category Transistor BJT NPN
Package Category Other
Footprint Name Other - 2N3055
Released Date Dec 27, 2018
Last Modified Date Mar 7, 2023 4:10 PM UTC
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2N3055 Details

Manufacturer Part Number:
2N3055
Pbfree Code:
No
Part Life Cycle Code:
Obsolete
Part Package Code:
TO-204AA
Pin Count:
2
ECCN Code:
EAR99
Manufacturer:
Central Semiconductor Corp
YTEOL:
0
Case Connection:
COLLECTOR
Collector Current-Max (IC):
15 A
Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max:
60 V
Configuration:
SINGLE
DC Current Gain-Min (hFE):
5
JEDEC-95 Code:
TO-3
JESD-30 Code:
O-MBFM-P2
JESD-609 Code:
e0
Number of Elements:
1
Number of Terminals:
2
Operating Temperature-Max:
200 °C
Operating Temperature-Min:
-65 °C
Package Body Material:
METAL
Package Shape:
ROUND
Package Style:
FLANGE MOUNT
Polarity/Channel Type:
NPN
Power Dissipation-Max (Abs):
115 W
Qualification Status:
Not Qualified
Surface Mount:
NO
Terminal Finish:
TIN LEAD
Terminal Form:
PIN/PEG
Terminal Position:
BOTTOM
Transistor Application:
SWITCHING
Transistor Element Material:
SILICON
Transition Frequency-Nom (fT):
2.5 MHz
VCEsat-Max:
3 V

2N3055 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The maximum safe operating temperature for the 2N3055 is 200°C, but it's recommended to operate it at a maximum of 150°C to ensure reliability and longevity.
While the 2N3055 can be used as a switch, it's not ideal for high-frequency applications due to its relatively high transition frequency (fT) of around 2.5 MHz. For high-frequency applications, consider using a transistor with a higher fT.
To ensure proper biasing for linear amplifier applications, use a voltage divider network to set the base voltage, and ensure the collector-emitter voltage is at least 5V to maintain a linear operating region.
The maximum collector current the 2N3055 can handle is 15A, but it's recommended to derate the current to 10A or less to ensure reliability and prevent overheating.
Yes, the 2N3055 can be used in a push-pull amplifier configuration, but it's essential to ensure proper biasing and matching of the transistors to prevent distortion and oscillation.

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