2SC5488-TL-E Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 2SC5488-TL-E is an NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by onsemi in a surface mount 3-SSFP package. This component is classified as obsolete, indicating it has been discontinued and is no longer in active production. The part was designed for general-purpose switching and amplification applications requiring a 10V collector-emitter rating with 0.07A maximum collector current capability.

Due to its obsolete status, sourcing new units from original manufacturing channels is no longer available through standard distribution. Identifying functionally equivalent substitute components is necessary to maintain design continuity and support legacy system repairs or production requirements.

Substiute Parts

2SC5488-TL-E

onsemiIn Stock: 602212SC5488-TL-E Datasheet

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2SC5488A-TL-H

onsemiIn Stock: 116162SC5488A-TL-H Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 2SC5488-TL-E is determined by the following critical parameters:

Package Compatibility: Both the main part and substitute must use the 3-SSFP surface mount package to ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility with existing PCB layouts and assembly processes.

Transistor Type: The substitute must be an NPN bipolar junction transistor to maintain circuit functionality and polarity requirements.

Current Rating: The substitute must support a maximum collector current of at least 70mA to handle the specified 0.07A operating condition.

Voltage Rating: The substitute must support a minimum collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 10V to ensure safe operation within the design envelope.

Mounting Technology: Surface mount technology must be preserved to maintain compatibility with automated assembly equipment and PCB footprints.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute must maintain equivalent REACH and ECCN classifications to ensure compliance with export and environmental regulations.

The 2SC5488A-TL-H meets all these substitution criteria and is identified as a direct equivalent in the manufacturer's documentation.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 2SC5488A-TL-H is the direct substitute for the obsolete 2SC5488-TL-E based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The 2SC5488A-TL-H maintains active production status with onsemi, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete main part.

Regulatory Compliance: Both components share identical REACH and ECCN classifications (REACH Unaffected, EAR99), maintaining compliance with export control and environmental regulations. The substitute additionally carries ROHS3 compliance certification, providing enhanced environmental qualification.

Electrical Equivalence: The substitute matches the maximum collector current specification (70mA) and collector-emitter breakdown voltage (10V), ensuring functional compatibility within the original design parameters.

Package Compatibility: Both components utilize the 3-SSFP surface mount package, preserving PCB footprint compatibility and assembly process requirements. The internal package designation (SOT-623F for main part, SC-81 for substitute) reflects manufacturer-specific packaging standards but does not affect external mechanical or electrical compatibility.

Moisture Sensitivity: Both components carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) classification, indicating equivalent moisture handling and storage requirements.

The 2SC5488A-TL-H is suitable for direct substitution in applications requiring the electrical and mechanical specifications of the 2SC5488-TL-E.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2SC5488A-TL-H be used as a direct replacement for the 2SC5488-TL-E in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share the same 3-SSFP surface mount package, identical maximum collector current (70mA), and equivalent collector-emitter breakdown voltage (10V). The 2SC5488A-TL-H maintains the same NPN transistor type and regulatory compliance classifications, making it suitable for direct substitution.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The 2SC5488-TL-E is classified as obsolete and no longer manufactured. The 2SC5488A-TL-H is an active production equivalent that provides continued availability and supply chain support.

Q: Are there any package differences between these components?

A: Both components use the 3-SSFP surface mount package designation. The internal package codes (SOT-623F and SC-81) are manufacturer-specific identifiers and do not affect external mechanical compatibility or PCB footprint requirements.

Q: Do both components meet the same environmental and regulatory standards?

A: Yes. Both components carry REACH Unaffected and EAR99 ECCN classifications. The 2SC5488A-TL-H additionally carries ROHS3 compliance certification, providing enhanced environmental qualification.

Q: What are the moisture sensitivity requirements for storage and handling?

A: Both components carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) classification, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage, handling, or assembly processes.

Q: Are the electrical characteristics identical between the two parts?

A: The maximum collector current (70mA) and collector-emitter breakdown voltage (10V) are identical. The 2SC5488A-TL-H provides additional specified parameters including DC current gain (90 @ 20mA, 5V), frequency-transition capability (7GHz), and power rating (100mW), which were not specified for the obsolete main part.

Q: What inventory status should be considered when selecting between these parts?

A: The 2SC5488-TL-E has 60,200 pieces in stock but is obsolete. The 2SC5488A-TL-H has 11,541 pieces in stock and maintains active production status, providing long-term supply assurance.