BDX53C Transistor | Datasheet, PDF, Equivalent & Pinout STMicroelectronics
- Transistor Type: NPN - Darlington
- Current-Collector(Ic)(Max): 8 A
- Voltage-Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max): 100 V
- Vce Saturation(Max)@IbIc: 2V @ 12mA, 3A
- Price: inquiry
Bdx53c Pinout
Bdx53c Pinout Diagram
The devices are manufactured in planar base island technology with monolithic Darlington configuration.Below is a detailed explanation of the pin functions:
Pin Number | Pin Name | Description |
---|---|---|
1 | Base | Controlling the transistor’s switching. A small current here regulates the larger current between Collector and Emitter. |
2 | Emitter | The output for the transistor. Typically connected to ground or the lower voltage side in circuits. |
3 | Collector | The input for current that flows into the transistor. Usually connected to the load or higher voltage side in circuits. |
This pinout configuration is typical for power transistors and is crucial for applications like switching circuits, amplifiers, and other high-power electronic systems.
BDX53C Equivalent
The BDX53C is a power transistor from STMicroelectronics, offering high collector current and power dissipation capabilities. Below is a comparison of the BDX53C with its popular equivalents, focusing on key parameters such as voltage, current handling, and power dissipation.
Picture | Part Number | Manufacturer | Package Type | Maximum Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce) | Maximum Collector Current (Ic) | Power Dissipation (Pd) | HFE (DC Current Gain) |
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BDX53C | STMicroelectronics | TO-220-2 | 80 | 15A | 120W | 40 to 320 |
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BD139 | STMicroelectronics | TO-220 | 80 | 1.5A | 30W | 40 to 320 |
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TIP142 | ON Semiconductor | TO-220 | 100 | 10A | 125W | 50 to 500 |
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2N3055 | ON Semiconductor | TO-3 | 60 | 15A | 115W | 20 to 70 |
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MJE2955 | ON Semiconductor | TO-220 | 60 | 15A | 115W | 40 to 250 |
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2N5401 | ON Semiconductor | TO-220 | 80 | 10A | 75W | 40 to 320 |
The BDX53C offers robust performance in high-current applications, with several suitable alternatives available from different manufacturers. Each equivalent part varies slightly in voltage rating, current handling, and power dissipation, but all are suitable for use in similar applications where the BDX53C would be utilized.
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