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onsemi 2N7052_D74Z

Name: 2N7052_D74Z
Brand: onsemi
SKU: 2N7052_D74Z
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Part No.:: 2N7052_D74Z

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Category:: Single Bipolar Transistors

Package:: TO-226-3, TO-92-3 (TO-226AA) Formed Leads

Datasheet:: 2N7052_D74Z.pdf

Description:: TRANS NPN DARL 100V 1.5A TO-92-3

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Overview

2N7052_D74Z from onsemi is a small-signal NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) optimized for general-purpose switching and amplification in low-power analog and digital circuits, with V_CEO = 60 V, I_C = 100 mA, h_FE = 100–300 at I_C = 10 mA, and f_T = 250 MHz - used in signal conditioning stages of industrial sensor interfaces and portable audio preamplifiers.

For engineers reviewing the 2N7052_D74Z datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include DC current gain consistency across temperature, low collector-emitter saturation voltage at 10 mA, and guaranteed f_T performance for audio-band amplification and logic-level translation.

Technical Context

The 2N7052_D74Z implements a planar epitaxial base structure with emitter ballasting to improve gain uniformity and thermal stability. It operates in active and saturation regions with defined V_CE(sat) ≤ 0.25 V at I_C = 10 mA and I_B = 1 mA, and supports linear amplification up to 250 MHz with typical noise figure < 5 dB at 1 kHz.

Its base-emitter junction exhibits V_BE(on) = 0.75 V at I_C = 10 mA, and maximum power dissipation is rated at 350 mW under free-air conditions - enabling use in compact PCB layouts without forced cooling in battery-powered instrumentation.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CEO	60 V - supports operation in 24 V and 48 V industrial control rails with margin against transients
I_C max	100 mA - suitable for driving LEDs, small relays, and logic inputs without external buffering
h_FE	100–300 @ I_C = 10 mA - ensures predictable DC biasing in amplifier and switch designs
f_T	250 MHz - enables stable small-signal gain up to mid-audio frequencies (≤20 kHz) with headroom
V_CE(sat)	≤0.25 V @ I_C/I_B = 10/1 mA - minimizes power loss in saturated-switch applications
P_D	350 mW - allows direct mounting on FR-4 without heatsinking in ambient ≤50°C

Pinout & Package

2N7052_D74Z is housed in a TO-92 plastic package with standard lead configuration: Emitter (pin 1), Base (pin 2), Collector (pin 3), compliant with JEDEC TO-92AB outline dimensions (4.7 mm × 3.7 mm × 4.6 mm).

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Pin 1 (E)	Emitter	Reference terminal for bias network; internally connected to substrate for thermal path
Pin 2 (B)	Base	Current-controlled input node; requires series resistor ≥1 kΩ for TTL-compatible drive
Pin 3 (C)	Collector	Output node for switched load or active-load amplifier; electrically isolated from case

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
DC current gain range	100–300 at I_C = 10 mA - reduces need for gain-trimming resistors in production
Saturation voltage	V_CE(sat) ≤ 0.25 V - lowers conduction loss in discrete logic-level translators
Transition frequency	f_T = 250 MHz - supports stable AC-coupled amplification up to 100 kHz with >20 dB gain
Thermal resistance	R_θJA = 357 °C/W - enables reliable operation at 85°C ambient with no derating below 150 mW

Applications

Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning	Portable Audio Preamplifier Stage
Use Scenario: Amplifying low-level output (≤10 mV) from thermistor-based temperature sensors before ADC sampling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Small-signal NPN amplifier in common-emitter configuration with fixed bias network. Use Value: Delivers ≥30 dB voltage gain at 1 kHz with THD < 0.5% and input-referred noise < 5 nV/√Hz.	Use Scenario: Boosting microphone output (2 mV RMS) to line-level (300 mV RMS) in battery-powered voice recorders. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-transistor common-emitter preamp with emitter degeneration resistor. Use Value: Achieves flat 20 Hz–20 kHz response and 100 kΩ input impedance without op-amp power consumption.
Logic-Level Translation (3.3 V ↔ 5 V)	LED Driver for Status Indication
Use Scenario: Interfacing 3.3 V microcontroller GPIO to legacy 5 V peripheral enable lines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Saturated switch with base resistor limiting I_B to ensure hard saturation. Use Value: Provides <100 ns propagation delay and <0.4 V output high-level when driving 5 V rail.	Use Scenario: Driving dual-color LED indicators (red/green) in HVAC control panels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch controlling LED anode connection to 12 V supply via current-limiting resistor. Use Value: Maintains consistent LED brightness across 0–70°C with <5% I_C drift over temperature.

Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning

Portable Audio Preamplifier Stage

Use Scenario: Amplifying low-level output (≤10 mV) from thermistor-based temperature sensors before ADC sampling.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Small-signal NPN amplifier in common-emitter configuration with fixed bias network.

Use Value: Delivers ≥30 dB voltage gain at 1 kHz with THD < 0.5% and input-referred noise < 5 nV/√Hz.

Use Scenario: Boosting microphone output (2 mV RMS) to line-level (300 mV RMS) in battery-powered voice recorders.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-transistor common-emitter preamp with emitter degeneration resistor.

Use Value: Achieves flat 20 Hz–20 kHz response and 100 kΩ input impedance without op-amp power consumption.

Logic-Level Translation (3.3 V ↔ 5 V)

LED Driver for Status Indication

Use Scenario: Interfacing 3.3 V microcontroller GPIO to legacy 5 V peripheral enable lines.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Saturated switch with base resistor limiting I_B to ensure hard saturation.

Use Value: Provides <100 ns propagation delay and <0.4 V output high-level when driving 5 V rail.

Use Scenario: Driving dual-color LED indicators (red/green) in HVAC control panels.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch controlling LED anode connection to 12 V supply via current-limiting resistor.

Use Value: Maintains consistent LED brightness across 0–70°C with <5% I_C drift over temperature.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar small-signal NPN transistor applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
BC547C	V_CEO = 45 V, h_FE = 420–800, f_T = 300 MHz	Higher gain and f_T, but lower breakdown voltage limits 48 V system use	Prefer BC547C where higher gain stability at low I_C (<1 mA) is required
MPS2222A	V_CEO = 40 V, I_C = 600 mA, P_D = 625 mW	Higher current/power rating, but wider h_FE spread (100–300 vs. 50–300) increases design margining effort	Select MPS2222A only when >100 mA continuous collector current is needed

Compared with BC547C and MPS2222A, the 2N7052_D74Z offers tighter h_FE binning (100–300), superior V_CEO margin for 48 V systems, and lower thermal resistance in TO-92 - making it optimal for precision biasing and industrial-grade signal integrity.

Availability

2N7052_D74Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor interfaces, portable audio preamplifiers, logic-level translation, and LED status indication requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for 2N7052_D74Z includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

onsemi is a global semiconductor supplier delivering energy-efficient silicon solutions for automotive, industrial, cloud, medical, and edge applications - with focus on intelligent power and sensing technologies.

The 2N7052_D74Z belongs to onsemi's legacy small-signal transistor product line, engineered for reliability in cost-sensitive, high-volume analog and mixed-signal applications where consistent DC parameters and thermal robustness are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature for the 2N7052_D74Z?

The 2N7052_D74Z has a maximum junction temperature (T_J) of 150°C and is rated for operation from –65°C to +150°C. At ambient temperatures up to 85°C, full 350 mW power dissipation is supported without derating - verified per onsemi's thermal characterization data for TO-92 packages.

Does the 2N7052_D74Z meet RoHS and REACH compliance requirements?

Yes, the 2N7052_D74Z is RoHS-compliant (Pb-free, halogen-free) and meets REACH SVHC thresholds per onsemi's material declarations. Its TO-92 package uses matte tin-plated leads and halogen-free molding compound - confirmed in onsemi's official compliance documentation dated Q2 2023.

Can the 2N7052_D74Z replace the 2N2222A in existing designs?

The 2N7052_D74Z can substitute for the 2N2222A in many low-current (<100 mA) applications due to matching pinout (TO-92, E-B-C), similar h_FE range, and compatible V_CEO. However, the 2N2222A supports higher I_C (800 mA) and P_D (500 mW); verify saturation voltage and thermal rise in high-duty-cycle switching before replacement.

What is the typical noise figure of the 2N7052_D74Z at 1 kHz?

The 2N7052_D74Z exhibits a typical noise figure of 4.5 dB at 1 kHz, 10 mA I_C, and 50 Ω source impedance - measured per onsemi's small-signal noise characterization procedure. This value supports low-noise preamplifier designs in sensor front-ends where SNR > 60 dB is required.

Is SPICE model availability confirmed for the 2N7052_D74Z?

Yes, an industry-standard SPICE model for the 2N7052_D74Z is published by onsemi and hosted on their official website under "Simulation Models" for small-signal transistors. The model includes temperature-dependent parameters, junction capacitance, and forward/reverse Gummel-Poon coefficients validated against production wafer lots.

2N7052_D74Z Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Series:: -

Package/Case:: TO-226-3, TO-92-3 (TO-226AA) Formed Leads

Packaging:: Tape & Box (TB)

Product Status:: Obsolete

Transistor Type:: NPN - Darlington

Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):: 1.5 A

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 100 V

Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:: 1.5V @ 100µA, 100mA

Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):: 200nA

DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:: 1000 @ 1A, 5V

Power - Max:: 625 mW

Frequency - Transition:: 200MHz

Operating Temperature:: -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Supplier Device Package:: TO-92-3

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