TIP29C Transistor: Where & How to Use?

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The TIP29C are manufactured in Planar technology with a “Base Island” layout. The resulting transistor shows exceptional high gain performance coupled with very low saturation voltage.

TIP29C Features:

• Package Type: TO-220

• Transistor Type: NPN

• Max Collector Current(IC): 1A

• Max Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE): 100V

• Max Collector-Base Voltage (VCB): 100V

• Max Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO): 5V

• Max Collector Dissipation (Pc): 30 Watt

• Minimum & Maximum DC Current Gain (hFE): 15 To 75

• Max Storage & Operating temperature: -65 to +150 Centigrade

TIP29C Application:

• Switching loads under 1A

• Simple Audio Amplification

• Audio Power Amplifier Circuits

• Motor Drivers

TIP29C Equivalents:

• 2SC1625

• 2SC1626

• BD417

• BDT29B

• BDT29C

• MJE3521

• TIP29B

The TIP29C is a BJT transistor in a TO-220 package. It can be employed in a variety of general-purpose applications that meet its requirements. The transistor's maximum continuous collector current is 1A, implying that it can drive a load of up to 1A constantly at a maximum load voltage of 100V. The transistor's peak collector current can reach 3A. The transistor's collector-emitter saturation value is 0.7V, which implies the transistor will require a minimum voltage of 0.7V or 700mV at its base to allow current to flow from collector to emitter, or ON condition. To get max 1A from the collector the base current should be 125mA. The max collector dissipation of the transistor is 30 Watts and the max DC current gain of the transistor is 75.

TIP29C transistors are suitable for a wide range of switching and amplification applications. This transistor can drive a load of up to 1A when used as a switch, which is sufficient to power electronic relays, LEDs, other power transistors, ICs, and other circuit components. This transistor can be used as a standalone amplifier or as part of an amplifier's stage.

Stay 20% below the TIP29C transistor's maximum ratings for long-term performance. Because the transistor's maximum collector current is 1A, do not drive loads that draw more than 800mA. Because the transistor's maximum load voltage is 100V, do not drive loads that are higher than 80V. Always store or use the transistor at temperatures above -65 degrees Celsius and below +150 degrees Celsius, and use an appropriate heatsink with it.