The TIP36C is a PNP power transistor designed for general-purpose and audio amplifier applications, commonly used in high-current circuits and as a complementary pair with TIP35C in push-pull configurations.
Configuration:
PNP bipolar junction transistor
Silicon construction
Electrical Characteristics:
Collector-emitter voltage (VCEO): 100 V
Continuous collector current (IC): 25 A
Peak collector current (IC peak): up to 50 A
Power dissipation: 125 W (at Tc = 25 °C)
Low saturation voltage for efficient operation
Package:
TO-247 through-hole package
Construction:
Designed for PCB mounting with heatsink support
Low thermal resistance (~1 °C/W junction-to-case) for efficient heat dissipation
Configuration Notes:
Suitable for high-current and high-power applications
Commonly used as complementary pair with NPN transistor TIP35C
Requires substantial heatsinking for reliable operation
Intended Use:
Audio amplifier output stages
Power supply circuits
High-current switching applications
Motor control and power regulation circuits
General-purpose high-power amplification applications
