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MPSA13 Darlington Transistor: Datasheet, Equivalent, Pinout

TRANS NPN DARL 30V 1.2A TO-92 The MPSA13 is an NPN Darlington Transistor. This post covers its datasheet, equivalent and more detailed information about MPSA13. There is a huge range of Semiconductors, Capacitors, Resistors and ICs in stock. Welcome RFQ.

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Sep 28, 2021

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TRANS NPN DARL 30V 1.2A TO-92

The MPSA13 is an NPN Darlington Transistor. This post covers its datasheet, equivalent and more detailed information about MPSA13. There is a huge range of Semiconductors, Capacitors, Resistors and ICs in stock. Welcome RFQ.

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MPSA13 Pinout

MPSA13 Pinout

 

 

Pin Number Pin Name Description
1 Emitter Current   Drains out through emitter, normally connected to ground
2 Base Controls   the biasing of the transistor, Used to turn ON or OFF the transistor
3 Collector Current   flows in through collector, normally connected to load

MPSA13 CAD Model

MPSA13 Symbol

 

MPSA13 Footprint

 

MPSA13 3D Model

MPSA13 Description

The MPSA13 is an NPN Darlington Transistor, which means that it has two NPN transistors in one package. As indicated in the pinouts figure, the first transistor's emitter is connected to the base of the second transistor, and both collector pins are clubbed together.

Because of this feature, the transistor can have a very high gain, such as the MPSA13, which has a gain of 5000. When building audio amplifier circuits, this high gain can be beneficial. The transistor is also utilized in sensors and display drivers because a very modest current into the transistor's base causes the transistor to conduct.

Specifications

ON Semiconductor MPSA13 technical specifications, attributes, parameters and parts with similar specifications to ON Semiconductor MPSA13.

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MPSA13 Feature

  • Darlington NPN Transistor

  • DC Current Gain (hFE) 5000

  • Continuous Collector current (IC) is 500 mA

  • Collector-Emitter voltage (VCE) is 30V

  • Collector-Base voltage (VCB) is 30V

  • Transition Frequency: 125MHz

  • Available in To-92 Package

 

MPSA13 Application

  • The output stage of Amplifiers

  • Touch Sensors

  • Power Regulators

  • Display Drivers

 

MPSA13 Equivalent

The equivalent for MPSA13:

  • SC982

  • 2SC1472

  • 2N5525

  • 2N5306

 

How to use MPSA13

The MPSA13 is a high gain Darlington transistor that can be used to amplify any form of low gain signal because of its great gain characteristics. It can be used as an audio amplifier, audio preamplifier, or signal amplifier for a variety of applications. 

Aside from that, it can be utilized as a very low current switch that can drive loads of less than 0.5A. A relay, high-power LEDs, or high-power transistors can be used as the load. It can also be connected to the output of electronics platforms such as the Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and others.

MPSA13 Package

MPSA13 Package

MPSA13 Manufacturer

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does MPSA13 operate in safety?
To get the best life out of the MPSA13, don't use it to drive loads that are more than 500mA and 30V DC. Always use an appropriate base resistor and avoid temperatures above +150 degrees Fahrenheit and below -55 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the PNP Complementary of MPSA13?
The PNP Complementary of MPSA13 is MPSA63.
What does the inside of an MPSA13 transistor look like?
The MPSA13 is an NPN Darlington Transistor, meaning it has two NPN transistors inside a single package. The emitter of the first transistor is connected to the base of the second transistor and both the collector pins are clubbed together as shown in the pinouts image.
FAQ
How does MPSA13 operate in safety?
To get the best life out of the MPSA13, don't use it to drive loads that are more than 500mA and 30V DC. Always use an appropriate base resistor and avoid temperatures above +150 degrees Fahrenheit and below -55 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the PNP Complementary of MPSA13?
The PNP Complementary of MPSA13 is MPSA63.
What does the inside of an MPSA13 transistor look like?
The MPSA13 is an NPN Darlington Transistor, meaning it has two NPN transistors inside a single package. The emitter of the first transistor is connected to the base of the second transistor and both the collector pins are clubbed together as shown in the pinouts image.

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