BD236 Transistor NPN 2A 60V
7,33 EGP
High-Performance BD236 PNP Transistor for Power and Audio
The BD236 Transistor functions as a rugged PNP Silicon Epitaxial-Base Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) specifically designed for medium-power linear and switching applications. As the PNP version of the BD235, it allows engineers to design high-side switches and complementary push-pull output stages. It is highly valued for its 2A current capacity and its ability to handle 60V rails in a compact, heat-sinkable package.
Robust 2-Ampere Performance and Voltage Headroom
Specifically, the BD236 manages a continuous collector current ($I_C$) of up to 2A, with a peak capacity of 6A for short pulses. This makes it a powerful choice for driving solenoids, DC motors, and heavy-duty relay coils from the positive supply rail. Furthermore, the transistor handles a collector-emitter voltage ($V_{CEO}$) of up to 60V. This provides a significant safety margin for 24V and 36V DC systems, ensuring the device remains stable during back-EMF spikes from inductive loads. Transitioning to the BD236 ensures your high-side power management remains thermally efficient and electronically protected.
Versatile TO-126 Package and Complementary Design
Additionally, the BD236 utilizes the industry-standard TO-126 (SOT-32) package. This design features a central mounting hole, allowing you to bolt the transistor directly to a heat sink. While it dissipates 1.25W in free air, it can handle up to 25W when properly cooled.
Moreover, technicians frequently install the BD236 in the driver stages of high-fidelity audio amplifiers. Specifically, its DC current gain ($h_{FE}$) is designed to be linear, which is crucial for reducing harmonic distortion in analog signals. Furthermore, the component is the PNP complement to the BD235 NPN transistor. Using these two together allows for the creation of perfectly balanced push-pull amplifier configurations or H-bridge motor controllers. Its robust construction ensures a long operational life in both consumer electronics and industrial automation.
Verified Data Sheet (Technical Specifications)
| Feature | Specification |
| Transistor Polarity | PNP |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage ($V_{CEO}$) | -60V |
| Collector-Base Voltage ($V_{CBO}$) | -60V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage ($V_{EBO}$) | -5V |
| Collector Current ($I_C$) | -2.0A |
| Peak Collector Current ($I_{CM}$) | -6.0A |
| Total Power Dissipation ($P_{tot}$) | 25W (with Heat Sink) |
| DC Current Gain ($h_{FE}$) | 40 (Min) @ 150mA |
| Transition Frequency ($f_T$) | 3.0 MHz (Min) |
| Package Type | TO-126 (SOT-32) |
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