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TIP42A AI Analysis:
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TIP42A product

TIP42A

Component

PNPPower TransistorTO-220

The TIP42A is a general-purpose PNP power transistor in a TO-220 package, suitable for linear and switching applications.

Best for

  • Audio amplifiers
  • Power switching circuits

Avoid if

  • High-frequency RF applications

Check before use

  • Thermal management requirements

Key specifications

Polarity
PNP
VCEO
60 V
IC
6 A

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
Y
REACH
-
MSL
-
ECCN
-
HTSUS
8541290095.0

Application

PowerGeneral

Datasheet

2201121700_STMicroelectronics-TIP42A_C2935191.pdf

800 KB

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Questions & answers

The TIP42A is a silicon PNP power transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics, designed for general-purpose audio, linear, and switching applications.