Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 2SC3263

Part Overview

The 2SC3263, manufactured by Sanken Electric USA Inc., is an NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) designed for high-power applications. It features a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 230V, supports a collector current up to 15A, and dissipates a maximum of 130W. The device is housed in a TO-3P through-hole package and is RoHS3 compliant. The product is listed as active, with inventory available. Identifying alternative models within the same part category is necessary to ensure supply chain resilience, compatibility in designs, and multi-source procurement options.

Key Parameters

Parameter	2SC3263 Value
Transistor Type	NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	15 A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	230 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	2V @ 500mA, 5A
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) (ICBO)	100µA
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	40 @ 5A, 4V
Power - Max	130 W
Frequency - Transition	60MHz
Operating Temperature	150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Package / Case	TO-3P-3, SC-65-3
Supplier Device Package	TO-3P
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitutes for the 2SC3263 are determined by strict matching of key electrical and mechanical parameters. The primary considerations are transistor type, maximum collector current, maximum collector-emitter voltage, Vce saturation voltage at defined test conditions, collector cutoff current, minimum DC current gain at specific test points, maximum power dissipation, transition frequency, operating temperature, mounting type, and package compatibility. RoHS compliance and moisture sensitivity level are considered for process and regulatory alignment.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	2SC3263 Sanken	2SC5242OTU onsemi	NJW0281G onsemi
Transistor Type	NPN	NPN	NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	15 A	17 A	15 A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	230 V	250 V	250 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	2V @ 500mA, 5A	3V @ 800mA, 8A	1V @ 500mA, 5A
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) (ICBO)	100µA	5µA	10µA
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	40 @ 5A, 4V	80 @ 1A, 5V	75 @ 3A, 5V
Power - Max	130 W	130 W	150 W
Frequency - Transition	60MHz	30MHz	30MHz
Operating Temperature	150°C (TJ)	-55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)	-65°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Package / Case	TO-3P-3, SC-65-3	TO-3P-3, SC-65-3	TO-3P-3, SC-65-3
Supplier Device Package	TO-3P	TO-3P	TO-3P-3L
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All parts listed are categorized as active and are documented as RoHS3 compliant. Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) is provided where applicable. The substitute components share the same device category, mechanical mounting, and environmental compliance criteria as the primary part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are the most important parameters to match when substituting 2SC3263 in a design?
A: The key parameters are transistor type, collector current rating, collector-emitter breakdown voltage, package type, power dissipation, transition frequency, and mounting style.

Q: Are there any package compatibility considerations between 2SC3263 and the listed substitutes?
A: All parts utilize the TO-3P or TO-3P-3, SC-65-3 package, which ensures mechanical compatibility for through-hole mounting.

Q: Is RoHS compliance maintained with the substitute parts?
A: All listed substitutes are RoHS3 compliant, consistent with the compliance status of the 2SC3263.

Q: How can I ensure electrical compatibility between substitute BJTs?
A: Compare critical parameters such as collector current, maximum collector-emitter voltage, Vce saturation voltage, DC current gain at defined test points, and frequency handling. Only listed parameters should be used for comparison.

Q: Are the listed substitutes from the same category and intended application range as the 2SC3263?
A: Yes, all are classified under Transistors, Bipolar (BJT) and have similar functional descriptions per provided data.

Q: Are there differences in moisture sensitivity or environmental ratings?
A: Moisture Sensitivity Levels are either specified as 1 (Unlimited) or Not Applicable for the substitutes, aligning with requirements for through-hole components.

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