2N697 Transistor Pinout, Equivalents, Features, Applications and Other Info

2N697 is a TO-39 package metal case NPN transistor designed to be used in switching and general purpose amplifier circuits. This post explains all the important information about this transistor such as its pinout, equivalents, features, applications and other details.

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

• Package Type: TO-39
• Transistor Type: NPN
• Max Collector Current(I_C): 0.15A
• Max Collector-Emitter Voltage (V_CE): 40V
• Max Collector-Base Voltage (V_CB): 60V
• Max Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO): 5V
• Total Power Dissipation (Pc): 0.6 Watt
• Max Transition Frequency (fT):  50 MHz
• Minimum & Maximum DC Current Gain (h_FE): 40 – 120
• Max Storage & Operating temperature is: -65 to +200 Centigrade

Replacement and Equivalent:

2N696, BC440, BC301, BD141, 2SC594, 2SC504, 2SC109A, 2N699, 2N5335, 2N5321, 2N4238, 2N4031, 2N3110, 2N3020, BFR21, BC441, BC341, BC302, BC300, BC211A/B/C/D, BC141/C/D, BC141, 2SD576, 2SC781, 2SC560, 2SC310, 2SC307, 2SC1861, 2SC108A, 2N699/A/B, 2N5321, 2N5154, 2N2219.

2N697 Transistor Explained / Description:

2N697 is a TO-39 package NPN transistor designed to be used in general purpose switching and small signal amplifier applications. The TO-39 metal case provides more reliability as compared to the plastic package.

Looking at the absolute maximum ratings of the transistor. The collector-emitter voltage is 40V, collector current is 150mA, collector-base voltage is 60V, emitter-base voltage is 5V, total device dissipation is 0.6 Watt and operating and storage junction temperature is -65°C to +-65°C to +200°C.

Some electrical characteristics of the transistor are DC current gain of 40 to 120, collector-emitter saturation voltage is 1.5Vdc and transition frequency of 50MHz. All the ratings and characteristics make this transistor a good choice where you want reliability and temperature stability of upto 200°C. But it is acceptable to use it in hobby and simple electronic projects but cannot be used in latest or cutting edge appliances and there are more advanced transistor available now a days which you can use.

How to Use This Transistor:

It is a BJT transistor and used with same procedure as we use other BJT transistors by applying signals to its base, applying negative voltage to its emitter and driving load through its collector when used as a switch. And getting the amplified output in case when it is used as an amplifier.

Applications:

Audio amplification

Signal amplification

RF circuits

Switching loads under 400mA

And other general purpose applications

Safe Operating Guidelines:

Here are some important guidelines to safely operate the transistor.

• Do not use the transistor to its absolute maximum rating and always stay at least 20% below from these ratings.
• Check and confirm pinout before placing in your circuit or in your design.
• Use a suitable heatsink with the transistor.
• Operating and storage junction temperature range should be maintained.

Datasheet:

To download the datasheet just copy and paste the below link in your browser.

https://www.alldatasheet.com/datasheet-pdf/view/450415/NJSEMI/2N697.html