Description
These MPSA42 NPN High Voltage Transistors are designed for high-voltage, low-current switching and amplification applications, housed in a compact TO-92 through hole package.
With a collector-emitter voltage rating up to 300V and collector current of 500mA, the MPSA42 is ideal for driving nixie tubes, neon lamps, and other high-voltage control applications.
- Transistor Type: NPN
- Package: TO-92 (Through Hole)
- Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce): 300V
- Collector-Base Voltage (Vcb): 300V
- Emitter-Base Voltage (Veb): 6V
- Collector Current (Ic): 500mA max
- Power Dissipation: 625mW
- Transition Frequency (ft): 50MHz
- Material: Silicon (epitaxial planar)
What’s Included:
- 10 x MPSA42 NPN High Voltage Transistors (TO-92)
Great For:
- High-voltage switching circuits
- Lamp and LED drivers
- Nixie and neon tube projects
- Signal amplification in HV environments
- General-purpose HV electronics prototyping
Usage Tips:
- Ensure correct pinout: E-B-C (Flat face forward)
- Always observe safe handling practices for high voltage components
- Use with appropriate base resistors and heatsinking if required
