# Bipolar (BJT) Single Transistor, NPN, 140 V, 16 A, 150 W, TO-3, Through Hole

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**SKU**: 2N3773
**Manufacturer**: SOLID STATE
**Price**: €3.7700
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 83 days (indicative)

## Description

Transistor Polarity:NPN; Collector Emitter Voltage V(br)ceo:140V; Transition Frequency ft:-; Power Dissipation Pd:150W; DC Collector Current:16A; DC Current Gain hFE:5hFE; Transistor Cas

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Msl | - |
| Svhc | No SVHC (27-Jun-2024) |
| No. Of Pins | 2Pins |
| Product Range | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Power Dissipation | 150W |
| Transistor Mounting | Through Hole |
| Transistor Polarity | NPN |
| Transition Frequency | - |
| Transistor Case Style | TO-3 |
| Dc Current Gain Hfe Min | 15hFE |
| Operating Temperature Max | 200°C |
| Continuous Collector Current | 16A |
| Collector Emitter Voltage Max | 140V |

## Datasheet

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## S 46BLOOMFIEL FARRAN **D** , STREETNEW 

NEW JERSEY 07003 www.solidstateinc.com 

## COMPLEMENTARY SILICON POWER TRANSISTORS 

The 2N3773 and 2NG609 are power base power transistors designed for high power audio, disk head positioners, linear amplifiers, switching regulators,solenoid drivers,and dc to de converters or inverters. 

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## FEATURES: 

* High Power Dissipation 

Pp = 150W (T, = 28°C) 

* High OC Current Gain and Low Saturation Voltage hFE = 15-60 @1,=8A, Veg =4V Vegjsat) = 1.4 V (Max.) @ Ip =8A, 1p =0.8A 

## MAXIMUM RATINGS 

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