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Panasonic 2SB0938 2SB0938A Data Sheet

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Enhance your electronic designs with these robust PNP epitaxial planar power transistors. Ideal for high-speed switching and power amplification, this Darlington unit offers a high forward current transfer ratio and direct solder integration for advanced PCB mounting in compact electronics. This comprehensive manual provides engineers with all necessary technical specifications, including absolute maximum ratings, detailed electrical characteristics, thermal handling guidelines, and application best practices to ensure reliable performance in demanding circuit designs.

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Power Transistors

2SB0938, 2SB0938A (2SB938, 2SB938A) Silicon PNP epitaxial planar type Darlington

Unit: mm For power amplification and switching 8.5±0.2 3.4±0.3

Complementary to 2SD1261 and 2SD1261A Features High foward current transfer ratio h FE

High-speed switching 1.5max. 1.1max.

N type package enabling direct soldering of the radiating fin to

0.8±0.1 0.5max.

the printed circuit board, etc. of small electronic equipment.

Absolute Maximum Ratings (TC=25˚C)

1:Base

Parameter Symbol Ratings Unit

2:Collector 3:Emitter

Collector to 2SB0938 –60

VCBO N Type Package

base voltage 2SB0938A –80

Unit: mm 8.5±0.2 3.4±0.3

Collector to 2SB0938 –60

VCEO 6.0±0.3 1.0±0.1

emitter voltage 2SB0938A –80

Emitter to base voltage VEBO –5 Peak collector current ICP –8 Collector current IC –4

Collector power TC=25°C

2.54±0.3 0 to 0.4

PC 4. 4± 0. .0 ±0 .3 .5 in .0 ±0 .3 1.1 max. dissipation Ta=25°C 1.3 5.08±0.5 2. 2. 1. 5± 0.

Junction temperature Tj ˚C

1:Base 2:Collector

Storage temperature Tstg –55 to +150 ˚C

3:Emitter N Type Package (DS) 1. 5+ –0 .4

Electrical Characteristics (TC=25˚C) Parameter Symbol Conditions min typ max Unit Collector cutoff 2SB0938 VCB = –60V, IE = 0 –200

ICBO 0. µA

current 2SB0938A VCB = –80V, IE = 0 –200

Collector cutoff 2SB0938 VCE = –30V, IB = 0 –500

ICEO µA

current 2SB0938A VCE = –40V, IB = 0 –500

Emitter cutoff current IEBO VEB = –5V, IC = 0 –2 m A

Collector to emitter 2SB0938 –60

VCEO IC = –30m A, IB = 0

voltage 2SB0938A –80

h FE1 VCE = –3V, IC = – 0.5A

Forward current transfer ratio

h FE2 VCE = –3V, IC = –3A Base to emitter voltage VBE VCE = –3V, IC = –3A –2.5

IC = –3A, IB = –12m A –2

Collector to emitter saturation voltage VCE(sat)

IC = –5A, IB = –20m A –4

Transition frequency f T VCE = –10V, IC = – 0.5A, f = 1MHz MHz Turn-on time ton 0.3 µs Storage time tstg IC = –3A, IB1 = –12m A, IB2 = 12m A µs Fall time tf 0.5 µs

*h FE2 Rank classification

Internal Connection

Rank h FE2 2000 to 5000 4000 to 10000

Page Summary Contents For Panasonic 2SB0938 2SB0938A Data Sheet

Page 1 Power Transistors 2SB0938, 2SB0938A (2SB938, 2SB938A) Silicon PNP epitaxial planar type Darlington Unit: mm For power amplification and switching 8.5±0.2 3.4±0.3 Complementary to 2SD1261 and 2SD1261A ...
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Frequently Asked Questions

What precautions must be taken regarding component heat dissipation?

Users must comply with guaranteed values, such as using a specified heatsink (e.g., 50 mm x 50 mm) and adhering to maximum ratings.

Can these transistors be used in specialized applications like aerospace or automotive fields?

These products are targeted for general electronics; consult sales staff for information regarding special applications.

What defines the operational limits when designing a circuit?

You must comply with the guaranteed values, particularly the maximum ratings and the specific range of operating power supply voltage and heat dissipation characteristics.