TIP122

The TIP122 is a NPN Darlington transistor designed for high-voltage and high-current applications. Manufactured by STMicroelectronics, it offers excellent performance and reliability, making it suitable for a wide range of switching and amplification tasks.

Key Features:

• Darlington Configuration: The TIP122 features a Darlington configuration, which consists of two bipolar transistors connected in series to amplify current with high gain.
• High Voltage Capability: It can handle high collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) ratings, making it suitable for switching applications in circuits with high voltage requirements.
• High Current Gain: The Darlington configuration provides high current gain (hFE), allowing the transistor to amplify small base currents into larger collector currents.
• Low Saturation Voltage: The TIP122 exhibits low saturation voltage, ensuring efficient switching operation and minimal power dissipation when the transistor is in the on-state.
• Integrated Diode: It includes an integrated freewheeling diode (also known as a flyback diode) to provide protection against voltage spikes generated by inductive loads.
• TO-220 Package: Packaged in the popular TO-220 package, the TIP122 offers easy mounting and thermal dissipation, making it suitable for use in various electronic circuits and heatsink applications.
• Robust Construction: Constructed with high-quality materials and advanced semiconductor manufacturing techniques, the TIP122 offers excellent reliability and ruggedness for demanding industrial and automotive environments.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: It operates reliably over a wide temperature range, making it suitable for use in temperature-sensitive applications and harsh operating conditions.

Applications:

• Power supply circuits
• Motor control circuits
• Relay drivers
• Solenoid drivers
• Lamp drivers
• LED drivers
• Audio amplifiers
• Switching regulators
• Automotive electronics
• Industrial automation systems