Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 2N3506 NPN Transistor

Part Overview

The Microchip Technology 2N3506 is an NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) in the Transistors, Bipolar (BJT) category. This device features a maximum collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 40 V, a maximum collector current of 500 mA, and a maximum power dissipation of 1 W, housed in a TO-39 (TO-205AD) metal can package. The product status is Active, with 757 pcs in stock. Situations requiring alternative models may involve inventory availability, compliance requirements, or sourcing policies, necessitating a reference to direct substitutes meeting similar key operational and mechanical criteria.

Substiute Parts

2N3506

Microchip TechnologyIn Stock: 7862N3506 Datasheet

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2N697A PBFREE

Central Semiconductor CorpIn Stock: 18562N697A PBFREE Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 2N3506 are determined by strict matching of essential electrical and mechanical parameters. Key substitution criteria are: transistor type (NPN), maximum collector-emitter breakdown voltage, maximum collector current, minimum DC current gain (hFE), maximum power dissipation, and package/case compatibility. Only products that meet these criteria and have an active product status with compliance aligned to the main item are considered valid substitutes.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the 2N3506 and its substitute 2N697A PBFREE are marked as Active and share REACH Unaffected and EAR99 ECCN status. Package compatibility is confirmed with TO-205AD, TO-39-3 Metal Can through-hole mounting in both models. Electrical parameters are within defined categories. Selection may proceed based on product status and regulatory compliance provided in the input.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What criteria are used to determine if the 2N697A PBFREE is a substitute for the 2N3506?
A1: Substitution is based strictly on transistor type, breakdown voltage, package/case, mounting type, product and compliance status provided in the input parameters.

Q2: Is the package type of the substitute identical to the original?
A2: Both the 2N3506 and 2N697A PBFREE use the TO-205AD, TO-39-3 Metal Can package.

Q3: How does the breakdown voltage of the 2N697A PBFREE compare to the 2N3506?
A3: The 2N3506 has a maximum collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 40 V, while the 2N697A PBFREE provides 35 V as specified.

Q4: Are both parts compliant with REACH and trade regulations?
A4: Both models are listed as REACH Unaffected and assigned ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8541.29.0095.

Q5: Can the substitute part be mounted in the same footprint as the original?
A5: Both are through-hole devices with compatible metal can packages, allowing direct mechanical substitution based on provided data.