2N4906

Part points

• The 2N4906 is a PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) commonly used for amplification and switching applications in electronic circuits. It has a maximum collector current of 500mA and a maximum power dissipation of 625mW. The 2N4906 is designed for general purpose use and is widely available in the market for various electronic projects.

• Equivalent

  Some equivalent products of the 2N4906 chip include 2N5551, BC556, and PN2222A transistors. These transistors have similar specifications such as a collector current of 600mA and a maximum voltage of 40V. They can be used as replacements for the 2N4906 in various electronic circuits.

• Features

  - PNP bipolar junction transistor - Low power dissipation - High current gain (hfe) - Low saturation voltage - Maximum operating voltage of 80V - Maximum collector current of 500mA - Used in low-power switching applications - Available in TO-92 package

• Pinout

  2N4906 is a PNP silicon transistor with a TO-92 package. It has three pins: the collector, base, and emitter. It is commonly used in audio amplifiers, voltage regulators, and switching circuits due to its high current and voltage ratings.

• Manufacturer

  2N4906 is manufactured by Central Semiconductor Corp. It is a supplier of discrete and integrated semiconductor devices for the commercial, industrial, and military sectors. The company provides a wide range of products including transistors, diodes, rectifiers, thyristors, and MOSFETs.

• Application Field

  Some common application areas of the 2N4906 transistor include amplification in audio circuits, switching applications in general-purpose circuits, and as a general-purpose PNP bipolar junction transistor. It is commonly used in low-power applications where moderate levels of current are required.

• Package

  The 2N4906 is a bipolar PNP transistor available in TO-18 package, with a form of 3-lead metal can. It has a size of 4.83mm in diameter and 5.21mm in length.