Transistor NPN EB1995988320 — 100 V, 15 A (power switching transistor)

The NPN transistor EB1995988320 is a power switching transistor rated at 100 V and 15 A, designed for use in power circuits where moderate voltage and high current handling are required. It is intended for PCB mounting in electronic equipment and can operate in switching and amplification roles such as driving loads, motor control stages and voltage regulator circuits. The device’s ratings make it suitable for applications that demand reliable current delivery and robust switching performance.

Advantages

The transistor provides a combination of a 100 V collector-emitter voltage capability and a 15 A collector current rating, enabling it to handle demanding load-switching tasks. Its NPN polarity and power-device construction offer predictable switching behaviour and compatibility with standard drive circuits. The package and pinout are suitable for PCB installation, facilitating integration into power modules and control boards.

Suitable for

• Power switching in DC circuits
• Motor driver stages and load drivers
• Linear or switching voltage regulators
• Power management on printed circuit boards
• General-purpose amplification in power applications

Key specifications

• Transistor polarity: NPN
• Maximum collector-emitter voltage: 100 V
• Maximum continuous collector current: 15 A
• Device type: power switching transistor
• Intended mounting: PCB mount

How to use

Install the transistor on a printed circuit board following the manufacturer’s recommended footprint and observe correct orientation of emitter, base and collector pins. Use appropriate base drive circuitry to ensure the device switches fully on or operates within its intended linear region, and include base resistors or driver stages as required by your design. Provide suitable heat dissipation measures such as copper area, thermal vias or a heatsink if the application approaches the transistor’s rated current or power dissipation. Ensure the circuit includes proper protection elements (flyback diodes for inductive loads, current limiting, and transient suppression) to prevent overvoltage and overcurrent conditions.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, verify thermal management and operate the transistor within its voltage and current ratings. When switching inductive loads, use a flyback diode or snubber network and implement base drive control to minimize switching losses and avoid device stress.