2SC2988

Overview

The Panasonic Electronic Components 2SC2988 is a bipolar junction transistor (BJT) of the NPN type, housed in a TO-126B-A1 through-hole package. It features a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 16V and a maximum continuous collector current of 500mA. The device supports operation up to a frequency of 1GHz with a power rating of 5W. Designed for high-speed switching applications, it serves as an RF transistor suitable for circuits requiring rapid response times.

Feature Summary

• High-speed NPN switching capability optimized for radio frequency operations
• Robust thermal performance with a 5W power dissipation rating
• Industry-standard TO-126B-A1 through-hole packaging for reliable PCB mounting

Applications

• High-speed audio circuit switching
• Radio frequency signal processing stages
• General-purpose electronic switching modules

Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity due to obsolete lifecycle status. Confirm package integrity and pin configuration against original specifications. Request batch-specific documentation to ensure compliance with historical manufacturing standards. Validate supplier credentials for legacy semiconductor sourcing.

Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring NPN switching at low voltages with moderate current handling. Ensure the application operates within the 16V breakdown limit and 500mA current threshold. Consider the TO-126B-A1 footprint constraints during layout planning.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Panasonic Bipolar Transistor family, specifically engineered for single-device switching roles. It complements other industry-standard transistors by providing a balance of speed and power handling in a traditional through-hole form factor.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Cross-reference with equivalent NPN RF transistors only if electrical parameters match exactly.