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- Part Number 2N3971
- Manufacturer InterFET
- Pin Count 3
- Part Category JFET (N-Channel)
- Package Category Other
- Footprint Name Other - TO-18
- Released Date Jan 23, 2022
- Last Modified Date Jan 28, 2025 11:57 PM UTC
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2N3971 Details
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Manufacturer Part Number:
2N3971
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Pbfree Code:
No
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Part Life Cycle Code:
Contact Manufacturer
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Part Package Code:
BCY
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Package Description:
TO-18, 3 PIN
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Pin Count:
3
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ECCN Code:
EAR99
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Manufacturer:
InterFET Corporation
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FET Technology:
JUNCTION
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JEDEC-95 Code:
TO-18
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JESD-30 Code:
O-MBCY-W3
2N3971 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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The recommended operating temperature range for the 2N3971 is -55°C to 150°C, although the device can withstand temperatures up to 200°C for short periods.
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To ensure proper biasing, the 2N3971 requires a Vgs of 0V to 5V, and a Vds of 10V to 30V. The recommended bias point is Vgs = 2V and Vds = 15V.
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The maximum allowable power dissipation for the 2N3971 is 1.5W, and it is recommended to derate the power dissipation by 13mW/°C above 25°C.
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Yes, the 2N3971 can be used in switching applications due to its fast switching times (tr = 10ns, tf = 20ns) and low gate charge (Qg = 10nC). However, it is essential to ensure proper gate drive and layout to minimize ringing and overshoot.
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The 2N3971 has a relatively high transition frequency (ft = 1GHz) and can be used in high-frequency applications up to several hundred MHz. However, it is essential to consider the device's parasitic capacitances and inductances when designing the circuit.
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