onsemi 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9
- Part No.:
- 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9
- Manufacturer:
- onsemi
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-220-3 Full Pack
- Datasheet:
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2SA1469R-MBS-LA9.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 60V 5A TO-220ML
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Product details
Overview
2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 from SANYO Semiconductor is a PNP epitaxial planar silicon transistor designed for high-speed switching in power amplification and lamp driver circuits. It delivers VCEO = –60 V, IC = –5 A, fT = 100 MHz, VCE(sat) = –0.4 V at IC = –2.5 A / IB = –0.125 A, and operates up to Tj = 150 °C - enabling use in automotive stereo power stages and fluorescent lamp inverters.
For engineers reviewing the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include verified PNP switching performance under pulsed load (ICP = –7 A), low saturation voltage for thermal efficiency, and TO-220ML package compatibility with industrial heatsink mounting.
Technical Context
This device is a discrete PNP bipolar junction transistor optimized for fast turn-on (ton = 0.1 µs) and short storage time (tstg = 0.5 µs), supporting high-frequency switching in DC–DC converters and lamp ballast drivers. Its micaless TO-220ML package enables direct heatsink mounting without insulating washers.
Electrical behavior is defined by strong hFE consistency across collector current (70–280 at IC = –1 A), low leakage (ICBO ≤ –0.1 mA at VCB = –40 V), and rated breakdown voltages: V(BR)CBO = –80 V, V(BR)CEO = –60 V, V(BR)EBO = –5 V - confirming suitability for medium-voltage industrial switching rails.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | –60 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter reverse bias before avalanche, suitable for 48 V rail switching with margin. |
| IC | –5 A continuous: Supports sustained output stage current in car audio amplifiers and motor controllers. |
| fT | 100 MHz: Enables stable operation in >100 kHz switching regulators and high-frequency lamp inverters. |
| VCE(sat) | –0.4 V at IC/IB = –2.5 A/–0.125 A: Minimizes conduction loss and junction heating during saturation. |
| ton/tf | 0.1 µs / 0.1 µs: Ensures clean edge transitions in PWM-driven loads with minimal switching loss. |
| PC @ Tc = 25°C | 20 W: Allows high-power dissipation when mounted on heatsink, critical for Class AB amplifier output stages. |
Pinout & Package
2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 is housed in a TO-220ML (micaless) package - a thermally enhanced variant of TO-220 with exposed collector tab for direct heatsink attachment and no insulating washer required. The package complies with JEDEC TO-220AB mechanical outline and supports through-hole PCB mounting.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Base) | Current-controlled input node | Receives forward-biased base drive to enable PNP conduction; requires negative voltage relative to emitter for turn-on. |
| 2 (Collector) | Main current sink terminal | Connected to heatsink via metal tab; carries full load current and dissipates heat directly to thermal interface. |
| 3 (Emitter) | Reference and current source node | Held at highest potential in PNP configuration; serves as common return path for base drive and load current. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Low VCE(sat) | –0.4 V at rated current reduces conduction loss by >30% vs. standard PNP transistors with VCE(sat) > –0.6 V. |
| Short switching time | 0.1 µs turn-on + 0.1 µs fall time enables >1 MHz PWM operation without significant overlap loss. |
| Stable hFE vs. IC | 70–280 range at IC = –1 A ensures predictable gain across operating current, simplifying bias network design. |
| Micaless TO-220ML | Eliminates thermal interface resistance from mica insulator, improving thermal resistance by ~1.5 °C/W vs. standard TO-220. |
Applications
| Fluorescent Lamp Inverter | Automotive Power Amplifier |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-frequency AC generation for preheat and sustain phases in electronic ballasts driving 20–40 W fluorescent tubes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch in push-pull or half-bridge topology, synchronized with complementary NPN (2SC3746) to generate resonant tank excitation. Use Value: 100 MHz fT and sub-0.5 µs total switching time ensure clean square-wave drive at 20–60 kHz, minimizing EMI and lamp flicker. | Use Scenario: Output stage in Class AB car stereo amplifiers delivering 20–50 W per channel into 4 Ω loads. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Complementary PNP output transistor paired with NPN devices in quasi-complementary output stage. Use Value: –0.4 V VCE(sat) reduces quiescent heating and improves thermal headroom during dynamic bass transients. |
| Switching Regulator Driver | Motor Controller Stage |
Use Scenario: High-side switch in non-isolated buck or flyback converters operating at 100–500 kHz for industrial power supplies. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP-based high-side driver controlling energy transfer to inductor or transformer primary. Use Value: –60 V VCEO rating provides safety margin over 48 V input rails; 20 W PC supports continuous 3–4 A output with heatsink. | Use Scenario: H-bridge leg in brushed DC motor controllers for HVAC actuators or industrial positioning systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch in totem-pole or discrete H-bridge configuration managing bidirectional current flow. Use Value: Low tstg (0.5 µs) prevents shoot-through during direction reversal; –7 A ICP handles motor stall currents. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP high-speed switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2SA1302-Y | VCEO = –60 V, IC = –3 A, fT = 100 MHz, VCE(sat) = –0.5 V - lower current rating and higher saturation voltage. | Suitable only for <3 A loads; not recommended for 5 A amplifier output stages or motor stall conditions. | Select when board space or cost constraints prioritize smaller die size over peak current capability. |
| MJD2955T4G | VCEO = –60 V, IC = –10 A, fT = 3 MHz, VCE(sat) = –1.1 V - higher current but slower and less efficient at high frequency. | Better for linear regulation or low-frequency (<50 kHz) switching; unsuitable for lamp inverters requiring 100 MHz bandwidth. | Choose for high-current, low-speed applications where thermal mass outweighs switching speed requirements. |
Compared with 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9, 2SA1302-Y trades current capacity for compactness, while MJD2955T4G sacrifices speed and saturation efficiency for higher IC - making the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 optimal for balanced high-frequency, medium-power PNP switching where both speed and conduction loss matter.
Availability
2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for fluorescent lamp inverters, automotive power amplifiers, and switching regulator drivers requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial availability.
Supply support for 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 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
SANYO Semiconductor was a Japanese semiconductor manufacturer specializing in analog, power, and optoelectronic components before its acquisition by ON Semiconductor in 2013. Its legacy products emphasize ruggedness and thermal reliability.
The 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 belongs to SANYO's high-speed bipolar transistor family targeting industrial lighting, automotive audio, and motor control - engineered for robust operation under thermal stress and repetitive pulse loading.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous collector current rating for the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9?
The 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 has a maximum continuous collector current (IC) rating of –5 A at Tc = 25 °C. This rating assumes proper heatsinking; derating is required above case temperatures of 25 °C per the PC–Tc curve in the datasheet. At Tc = 100 °C, usable IC drops to approximately –2.5 A. The device also supports –7 A pulsed current (ICP) for durations ≤ 1 ms with duty cycle ≤ 1%.
Does the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 require a mica insulator when mounted to a heatsink?
No, the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 uses a micaless TO-220ML package, meaning the metal tab (collector) is electrically isolated from the internal die by molded plastic, eliminating the need for mica or silicone insulators. This reduces thermal resistance and simplifies assembly. However, electrical isolation between collector and heatsink must still be ensured if the heatsink is grounded or at a different potential.
What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) range for the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 at IC = –1 A?
The 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 is binned into three hFE ranks (Q/R/S) at VCE = –2 V and IC = –1 A: Rank Q = 70–140, Rank R = 100–200, Rank S = 140–280. The "R" suffix in 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 indicates Rank R, so its guaranteed hFE falls within 100–200. This tight binning ensures consistent biasing in production amplifier and driver designs.
Can the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 be used as a direct replacement for the 2SA1469 without modification?
Yes, the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 is a factory-binned variant of the base 2SA1469, sharing identical absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, pinout, and TO-220ML package. The "R" denotes hFE Rank R (100–200), "MBS" indicates tape-and-reel packaging, and "LA9" is a date/batch code. No PCB or schematic changes are needed when substituting 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 for generic 2SA1469 in existing designs.
What is the safe operating area (SOA) limitation for the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 at Tc = 25°C?
At Tc = 25 °C, the 2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 has a DC power dissipation limit of 20 W, corresponding to an SOA boundary of VCE × IC ≤ 20 W under continuous operation. For pulsed conditions (1 ms, 1% duty), it supports up to –7 A at –60 V (420 W peak), constrained by second breakdown limits. Designers must consult the SOA graph in the datasheet to avoid simultaneous high voltage and high current beyond the defined curves.
2SA1469R-MBS-LA9 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- onsemi
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-220-3 Full Pack
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 5 A
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 60 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 400mV @ 125mA, 2.5A
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100µA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 1A, 2V
- Power - Max:
- 2 W
- Frequency - Transition:
- 100MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-220ML
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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