Part Number: BDX54C
Function: -100V, -8A, PNP Epitaxial Silicon Transistor
Package: TO-220 Type
Manufacturer: Fairchild Semiconductor
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Description
The BDX54C is a PNP epitaxial silicon power Darlington transistor designed for high-voltage and high-current applications, with a collector-emitter voltage rating of -100V and current capability up to -8A. It features a Darlington configuration for high current gain and efficient amplification, making it suitable for power switching and linear operation. This device is commonly used in audio amplifiers, motor drivers, and general-purpose high-power control circuits.
Features
- PNP Darlington transistor with high current gain
- High voltage capability up to -100V
- Continuous collector current up to -8A
- Complementary pair with BDX53 series
- Suitable for linear and switching applications
- Robust power handling capability
Pinouts
Absolute Maximum Ratings (Tc = 25 °C)
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -100 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -5 | V |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | -8 | A |
| Power Dissipation | PC | 60 | W |
How to Choose This Part
- Select for high-current PNP switching or amplification requirements
- Ideal when high gain is needed with minimal base drive
- Suitable for complementary pairing with BDX53 series
- Evaluate thermal design due to significant power dissipation
- Consider saturation voltage impact in efficiency-sensitive designs
Applications
- Hammer drivers and actuator control
- Audio amplifier circuits
- Power linear regulation
- Switching power stages
- Industrial control systems
Alternative / Equivalent Products
- BDX53C complementary NPN Darlington transistor
- TIP127 PNP Darlington transistor
- MJE2955 PNP power transistor
- MJ2955 high-power PNP transistor
- TIP125 Darlington transistor alternative
BDX54C Datasheet PDF Download
Other data sheets are available within the file: BDX54, BDX54A, BDX54B