BC141 Datasheet PDF – 60V, NPN Transistor, TO-39

Part Number: BC141

Function: NPN silicon AF medium power amplifier

Package: TO-39

Manufacturer: Multicomp

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BC141 datasheet

Description

The BC141 is an NPN silicon medium-power transistor designed for audio frequency (AF) amplification and general-purpose switching applications. Housed in a TO-39 metal package, it offers good thermal performance and reliability, making it suitable for linear amplification stages and moderate power switching circuits.

Features

  • NPN silicon transistor for medium power applications
  • Suitable for AF (audio frequency) amplification
  • Capable of switching and linear operation
  • Robust TO-39 metal package for improved heat dissipation
  • Reliable performance in industrial and consumer circuits

Absolute Maximum Ratings (Ta = 25°C)

Parameter Symbol Value Unit
Collector-Base Voltage VCBO 60 V
Collector-Emitter Voltage VCEO 100 V
Emitter-Base Voltage VEBO 7 V
Collector Current IC 1 A
Power Dissipation PD 0.8 W
Junction Temperature TJ 150 °C
Storage Temperature TSTG -65 ~ +200 °C

Typical Circuit Usage

  • Audio amplifier driver stages
  • Pre-amplifier and small signal amplification
  • General-purpose switching circuits
  • Relay or low-power load drivers
  • Signal conditioning stages

How to Choose This Part

  • Select for medium-power analog amplification up to 1A collector current
  • Verify voltage ratings match circuit requirements
  • Consider thermal design due to relatively low power dissipation
  • Evaluate gain (hFE) requirements depending on application
  • Compare with modern plastic-packaged alternatives for cost-sensitive designs

Applications

  • Audio frequency amplifiers
  • Industrial control circuits
  • Signal amplification systems
  • General-purpose electronic circuits
  • Consumer electronics

Alternative / Equivalent Products

  • BC107 / BC108 – Lower power small signal transistors
  • BD139 – Higher power NPN transistor
  • 2N2219 – TO-39 NPN transistor with similar characteristics
  • 2N3053 – Medium power NPN switching transistor
  • MPSA06 – General-purpose NPN transistor

BC141 Datasheet PDF Download


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Other data sheets are available within the file: BC140, BC140-10, BC140-16, BC140-6

C2073 Datasheet – 150V, 1.5A, NPN Transistor, 2SC2073

This is one of the NPN transistor types.

Part Number: 2SC2073

Function: NPN Power Transistor (1.5A / 150V / 25W)

Package: TO-220 Type

The manufacturers of this product is Mospec Semiconductor.

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C2073 datasheet pinout

Description

The C2073 is a silicon NPN power transistor in a TO-220 package, rated for 150V collector-emitter voltage and 1.5A collector current, suitable for medium-power applications. It offers stable current gain, high voltage capability, and reliable thermal performance using advanced fabrication technology. This transistor is commonly used in general-purpose power amplifiers and vertical output stages in display and audio systems.

Features

  • High collector-emitter voltage VCEO = 150V
  • Collector current capability up to IC = 1.5A
  • DC current gain hFE = 40~140 @ IC = 500mA
  • Low saturation voltage for efficient operation
  • Good thermal stability and reliability
  • Complementary PNP transistor: 2SA940
  • TO-220 package for effective heat dissipation

C2073 Pinout

1. Base
2. Collector
3. Emitter
4. Collector ( Case )

Absolute maximum ratings ( Ta=25°C )

1. Collector to Base Voltage: Vcbo = 150 V
2. Collector to Emitter Voltage: Vceo = 150 V
3. Emitter to Base Voltage: Vebo = 5.0 V
4. Collector Current: Ic = 1.5 A
5. Total Dissipation : Pc = 25 W
6. Junction Temperature: Tj = 150°C
7. Storage Temperature: Tsg = -55 ~ +150°C

C2073 maximum ratings

Typical Circuit Usage

  • Audio power amplifier output stages
  • Vertical deflection circuits in CRT displays
  • General-purpose switching applications
  • Linear regulator pass transistor stages
  • Driver stages in power electronics

How to Choose This Part

  • Select for medium-voltage, moderate-current applications
  • Suitable when TO-220 package thermal performance is required
  • Ideal for amplifier circuits needing stable gain characteristics
  • Consider complementary pairing with 2SA940 for push-pull designs
  • Evaluate power dissipation and cooling requirements

Applications

  • Power amplifiers
  • CRT vertical output circuits
  • Industrial control circuits
  • Audio systems
  • General-purpose power switching

Alternative / Equivalent Products

  • 2SC4793
  • TIP41C
  • BD243C
  • MJE13007

C2073 Datasheet

C2073 transistor pdf