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Transistors / Power Bipolar Transistors / BD243CG
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BD243CG by: onsemi

6.0 A, 100 V NPN Bipolar Power Transistor, TO-220 3 LEAD STANDARD, 50-TUBE

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BD243CG by onsemi is a Power Bipolar Transistor.
Power Bipolar Transistors are under the broader part category of Transistors.

A transistor is a small semiconductor device used to amplify, control, or create electrical signals. When selecting a transistor, factors such as voltage, current rating, gain, and power dissipation must be considered, with common types. Read more about Transistors on our Transistors part category page.

Price & Stock for BD243CG

Part # Distributor Description Stock Price Buy
DISTI # 26K3505
Newark Bipolar Transistor, Npn, 100V, To-220, Transistor Polarity:Npn, Collector Emitter Voltage Max:100V, Continuous Collector Current:6A, Power Dissipation:65W, Transistor Mounting:Through Hole, No. Of Pins:3Pins, Product Range:-, Msl:- Rohs Compliant: Yes |Onsemi BD243CG RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 450 Package Multiple: 1 Date Code: 0 Container: Bulk 0
  • 100 $0.7750
  • 500 $0.6850
  • 1,000 $0.5990
  • 2,500 $0.4830
  • 10,000 $0.4690
$0.4690 / $0.7750 Buy Now
DISTI # BD243CG
Avnet Americas Single Bipolar Transistor, NPN, 100 V, 6 A, 65 W, TO-220, 3 Pins, Through Hole - Rail/Tube (Alt: BD243CG) RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 1400 Package Multiple: 50 Lead time: 11 Weeks, 0 Days Container: Tube 0
  • 1,400 $0.4621
  • 1,500 $0.4449
  • 2,900 $0.4330
  • 7,000 $0.4307
  • 14,000 $0.4004
$0.4004 / $0.4621 Buy Now
DISTI # BD243CG
TME Transistor: NPN, bipolar, 100V, 6A, 65W, TO220AB Min Qty: 1 173
  • 1 $1.2630
  • 10 $0.9140
  • 50 $0.6810
  • 100 $0.6150
  • 250 $0.5710
  • 500 $0.5540
$0.5540 / $1.2630 Buy Now
ComSIT USA Electronic Component RoHS: Compliant Stock DE - 0
Stock ES - 92
Stock US - 0
Stock MX - 0
Stock CN - 0
Stock HK - 0
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DISTI # BD243CG
Avnet Asia Single Bipolar Transistor, NPN, 100 V, 6 A, 65 W, TO-220, 3 Pins, Through Hole (Alt: BD243CG) RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 1450 Package Multiple: 50 Lead time: 11 Weeks, 0 Days 0
  • 1,450 $0.4742
  • 2,900 $0.4681
  • 4,350 $0.4621
  • 7,250 $0.4562
  • 14,500 $0.4449
  • 36,250 $0.4342
  • 72,500 $0.4240
$0.4240 / $0.4742 Buy Now
DISTI # BD243CG
Avnet Silica Single Bipolar Transistor, NPN, 100 V, 6 A, 65 W, TO-220, 3 Pins, Through Hole (Alt: BD243CG) RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 50 Package Multiple: 50 Lead time: 12 Weeks, 0 Days Silica - 1250
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CHIPMALL.COM LIMITED 100V 65W 15@3A,4V 6A NPN TO-220 Bipolar BJT ROHS 433
  • 1 $0.8780
  • 10 $0.7344
  • 30 $0.6560
  • 100 $0.5671
  • 500 $0.5271
  • 1,000 $0.5094
$0.5094 / $0.8780 Buy Now
DISTI # BD243CG
EBV Elektronik Single Bipolar Transistor, NPN, 100 V, 6 A, 65 W, TO-220, 3 Pins, Through Hole (Alt: BD243CG) RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 50 Package Multiple: 50 Lead time: 13 Weeks, 0 Days EBV - 2450
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LCSC 100V 65W 153A4V 6A NPN TO-220 Bipolar (BJT) ROHS 433
  • 1 $0.9839
  • 10 $0.8325
  • 30 $0.7497
  • 100 $0.6544
  • 500 $0.6138
  • 1,000 $0.5951
$0.5951 / $0.9839 Buy Now
New Advantage Corporation   RoHS: Compliant Min Qty: 1 Package Multiple: 50 1950
  • 150 $1.9200
  • 1,950 $1.7700
$1.7700 / $1.9200 Buy Now
Win Source Electronics TRANS NPN 100V 6A TO220AB / Trans GP BJT NPN 100V 6A 65000mW 3-Pin(3+Tab) TO-220AB Tube 5468
  • 70 $0.7532
  • 145 $0.7047
  • 225 $0.6804
  • 320 $0.6318
  • 415 $0.6075
  • 515 $0.5832
$0.5832 / $0.7532 Buy Now

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BD243CG Part Data Attributes

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BD243CG onsemi 6.0 A, 100 V NPN Bipolar Power Transistor, TO-220 3 LEAD STANDARD, 50-TUBE
Pbfree Code Yes
Part Life Cycle Code Active
Ihs Manufacturer ONSEMI
Part Package Code TO-220 3 LEAD STANDARD
Package Description CASE 221A-09, 3 PIN
Pin Count 3
Manufacturer Package Code 221A
Reach Compliance Code not_compliant
ECCN Code EAR99
Factory Lead Time 11 Weeks
Samacsys Manufacturer onsemi
Additional Feature LEADFORM OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE
Case Connection COLLECTOR
Collector Current-Max (IC) 6 A
Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max 100 V
Configuration SINGLE
DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) 15
JEDEC-95 Code TO-220AB
JESD-30 Code R-PSFM-T3
JESD-609 Code e3
Number of Elements 1
Number of Terminals 3
Operating Temperature-Max 150 °C
Package Body Material PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Shape RECTANGULAR
Package Style FLANGE MOUNT
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) 260
Polarity/Channel Type NPN
Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) 65 W
Qualification Status Not Qualified
Surface Mount NO
Terminal Finish Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed
Terminal Form THROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Position SINGLE
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) 40
Transistor Application SWITCHING
Transistor Element Material SILICON
Transition Frequency-Nom (fT) 3 MHz

Alternate Parts for BD243CG

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Part Number Manufacturer Composite Price Description Compare
BD243C Rectron Semiconductor Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, TO-220, 3 PIN BD243CG vs BD243C
BD243C Crimson Semiconductor Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 100V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, TO-220, 3 PIN BD243CG vs BD243C
BD243C Bourns Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 100V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, PLASTIC, TO-220, FM-3 BD243CG vs BD243C
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BD243C STMicroelectronics Check for Price COMPLEMENTARY SILICON POWER TRANSISTORS BD243CG vs BD243C
BD243C-S Bourns Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), NPN BD243CG vs BD243C-S
BD243C Baneasa SA Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, TO-220, 3 PIN BD243CG vs BD243C
BD243C onsemi Check for Price 6.0 A, 100 V NPN Bipolar Power Transistor, TO-220-3, 1200-BLKBG BD243CG vs BD243C
BD540 Bourns Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 5A I(C), 40V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, PNP, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, PLASTIC, TO-220, FM-3 BD243CG vs BD540
BD243A Continental Device India Ltd Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 60V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, TO-220, 3 PIN BD243CG vs BD243A
BD243BTU onsemi Check for Price Power 6A 80V NPN, TO-220-3, 1000-TUBE BD243CG vs BD243BTU
BD243 Crimson Semiconductor Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 6A I(C), 45V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, TO-220, 3 PIN BD243CG vs BD243
BD539-S Bourns Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 5A I(C), 40V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, NPN, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, PLASTIC, TO-220, FM-3 BD243CG vs BD539-S
BD540B-S Bourns Inc Check for Price Power Bipolar Transistor, 5A I(C), 80V V(BR)CEO, 1-Element, PNP, Silicon, TO-220AB, Plastic/Epoxy, 3 Pin, PLASTIC, TO-220, FM-3 BD243CG vs BD540B-S

BD243CG Related Parts

BD243CG Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The maximum safe operating area (SOA) for the BD243CG is not explicitly stated in the datasheet, but it can be estimated based on the device's thermal resistance and maximum junction temperature. As a general guideline, the SOA is typically limited by the device's thermal capabilities, and it's recommended to keep the device within the specified thermal boundaries to ensure reliable operation.

  • To ensure the BD243CG is properly biased for linear operation, it's essential to follow the recommended biasing scheme outlined in the datasheet. This typically involves setting the base-emitter voltage (VBE) to around 0.7V and the collector-emitter voltage (VCE) to around 1-2V. Additionally, it's crucial to ensure the device is operated within its recommended operating conditions, including current and voltage limits.

  • For optimal performance and reliability, it's recommended to follow good PCB layout practices, such as keeping the device away from heat sources, using a solid ground plane, and minimizing trace lengths. Thermal management is also critical, and it's recommended to use a heat sink or thermal pad to dissipate heat effectively. The datasheet provides guidelines for thermal resistance and junction-to-case thermal resistance, which can be used to estimate the required thermal management.

  • While the BD243CG is primarily designed for linear applications, it can be used in switching applications with some limitations. The device's switching speed is relatively slow, and it's not suitable for high-frequency switching applications. However, it can be used in low-frequency switching applications, such as in power supplies or motor control circuits, as long as the device is operated within its recommended switching frequency and voltage limits.

  • The BD243CG is a sensitive device and requires proper ESD protection to prevent damage. It's recommended to follow standard ESD protection practices, such as using ESD-sensitive handling procedures, storing the devices in anti-static packaging, and using ESD-protected workstations. Additionally, it's recommended to use ESD protection devices, such as TVS diodes or ESD protection arrays, in the circuit design to protect the device from electrostatic discharge.

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