2N3055 - TO3 NPN Transistor
2N3055 is a general purpose NPN power transistor manufactured by epitaxial base process, mounted in a hermetically sealed metal case . The device is designed for general purpose switching and amplifier applications.
The 2N3055 is preferred when you want a simple switching device for medium power loads. The 2N3055 is one of the basic transistors available on the market, which is inexpensive and has features suitable for many applications.
2N3055 is also used in audio power amplifiers. The device has a good amplification factor and also the gain is almost linear, making the 2N3055 one of the best solutions for power amplifiers.
Areas of Use
- Power switching circuits
- Amplifier circuits
- PWM applications
- Regulator circuits
- Switch mode power supply
- Signal Amplifiers
Product Code |
2N3055 |
Transistor Type |
NPN |
Breakdown Voltage (Max) |
60V |
Collector Current (Ic) (Max) |
15A |
Power - Max |
115W |
Package Type |
TO-3 |