Product Description
The TIP32C is a high-power PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) designed for general-purpose amplification and switching applications. With a collector current rating of up to 3 A and a maximum voltage rating of 100 V, this transistor is suitable for medium-power electronic circuits, power control modules, and audio output stages.
Featuring robust performance and reliable thermal characteristics, the TIP32C can handle high currents and moderate voltages with stable operation. It’s commonly used in amplifier circuits, motor drivers, power regulators, and other electronic systems requiring a PNP transistor with good current-handling capability.
✨ Key Features
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PNP-type bipolar junction transistor
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High collector current: up to 3 A
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Voltage rating: up to 100 V
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Suitable for amplifying and switching applications
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Good power handling capability
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Works well in audio, power control, and driver circuits
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Standard TO-220 package for easy mounting and heatsinking
📐 Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | TIP32C |
| Transistor Type | PNP BJT |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (V<sub>CEO</sub>) | 100 V |
| Collector-Base Voltage (V<sub>CBO</sub>) | 100 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (V<sub>EBO</sub>) | 5 V |
| Collector Current (I<sub>C</sub>) | 3 A (max) |
| Power Dissipation (P<sub>D</sub>) | ~40 W (depending on heatsink and mounting) |
| DC Current Gain (h<sub>FE</sub>) | Typically 25–100 |
| Transition Frequency (f<sub>T</sub>) | ~3 MHz (approx.) |
| Package | TO-220 |
| Operating Temperature | −65 °C to +150 °C |
(Note: Actual values can vary slightly by manufacturer — datasheet values should be checked for precise design requirements.)
🧰 Typical Applications
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Audio output amplifier stages
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Motor control and driver circuits
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Power regulation and switching circuits
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Relay and solenoid drivers
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General-purpose high-current PNP switching
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DIY and embedded electronics projects
🛠️ Basic Operation Overview
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As a PNP transistor, the TIP32C conducts when its base voltage is made sufficiently lower than its emitter voltage.
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It is often used in high-side switching applications due to its PNP configuration.
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Drives loads connected between ground and a positive supply when used in the correct bias configuration.
