2SC2837 Transistor Pinout, Equivalent, Feature, Applications and Other info
2SC2837 is an NPN power transistor available in TO-3PN package. In this post we will discuss 2SC1837 transistor pinout, equivalent, feature, applications, and other info.
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Package Type: TO-3PN
- Transistor Type: NPN Silicon Power Transistor
- Max Collector Current(IC): 10A
- Max Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO): 150V
- Max Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO): 150V
- Max Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO): 5V
- Total Device Dissipation (Pc): 100W
- Minimum & Maximum DC Current Gain (hFE): 90 To 180
- Max Storage & Operating temperature: -55 to +150 Centigrade
PNP Complementary:
PNP Complementary of 2SC2837 is 2SA1186
Replacement and Equivalent:
2SC6011, 2SC6011A, 2SC3519, 2SC3519A, MJW3281A, 2SC3264
2SC2837 Transistor Explained / Description:
2SC2837 is an NPN transistor available in TO-3PN package. It is the complimentary transistor of PNP 2SA1186 which has the same characteristics. Like 2SA1186 the 2SC2837 too is designed for similar applications such as audio amplification and general purpose uses. Looking at the absolute maximum ratings of the transistor, the maximum collector-emitter voltage is 150V, max collector-base voltage is also 150V, max collector continuous current is 10A which is enough for most of the applications, max emitter-base voltage is 5V, max base current continuous is 2A, max collector power dissipation is 100W and max storage and junction temperature is 150°C.
Moreover the 2SC2837 has many good features such as high transition frequency of up to 70MHz. The high transition frequency result in better audio amplification and also makes the transistor capable to be used in RF circuits.
Another good feature of the transistor is LAPT which is stand for Linear Amplifier Power Transistor. The LAPT feature ensures the better quality audio signal amplification, it not just only amplify the signal but also reduces the noise and distortion from the signal which makes the signal same as input but amplified.
Another good thing is that the manufacturer also manufactures its matched PNP complimentary version and both the transistors together makes a good pair and can be used in vareity of applications.
Where We Can Use it & How to Use:
2SC2837 can be used in variety of circuits such as drivers, solar circuits, controller circuits, automotive circuits, etc. To use this transistor it is important to first understand the pinout. After understanding the pinout connect the emitter of the transistor to the ground, base with the signal you want to amplify, and collector with one side of the load and the another side of the load will be connected with the positive of the circuit.
Applications:
Signal Amplification
High Voltage Relay Driving
Audio Amplification
Driving Loads under 10A
High Voltage Switching
Safe Operating Guidelines:
For safe operating the transistor it is important to not use the transistor to its absolute max ratings and stay at least 20% below. So to stay in these limits it is important to calculate the value and get the result after subtracting 20%. Therefore the maximum collector to emitter voltage is 150V therefore the derived load should be under 120V. The maximum continuous collector current is 10A so the derived load should be under -8A. Moreover, it is also important that the transistor temperature should be between -55°C to 150°C.
Datasheet:
To download the datasheet just copy and paste the below link in your browser.
https://datasheetspdf.com/pdf-file/1453328/INCHANGE/2SC2837/1
