Product Overview
The 2SA4382 is a PNP silicon epitaxial planar power transistor designed for high-fidelity audio amplifier output stages. Manufactured by Sanken Electric, it features a 230V collector-emitter voltage rating and 15A collector current capacity, packaged in a TO-3P housing for efficient thermal dissipation. This device is complementary to the 2SC6011A NPN transistor, forming a matched pair for push-pull audio amplifier configurations. With its low saturation voltage and high current gain linearity, the 2SA4382 delivers excellent sound quality in professional audio and high-end consumer amplifier applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Transistor Type | PNP Silicon Epitaxial Planar |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 230 V |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | 230 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | 6 V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 15 A |
| Base Current (IB) | 4 A |
| Collector Power Dissipation (PC) | 160 W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 50 to 180 (rated O/P/Y) |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | 2.5 V (max) @ IC=5A, IB=0.5A |
| Transition Frequency (fT) | 20 MHz (typ) |
| Output Capacitance (Cob) | 270 pF (typ) |
| Junction Temperature | -55 to +150°C |
| Package | TO-3P (3-Lead Through Hole) |
Features
- High voltage and current handling: 230V VCEO, 15A IC, 160W power dissipation
- Complementary pair with 2SC6011A (NPN) for push-pull audio designs
- Low on-chip impedance for improved sound output quality
- Sanken unique wafer-thinner technology for reduced thermal resistance
- High avalanche breakdown voltage rating for reliability
- TO-3P package enables compact PCB layout with high power handling
- Available in three hFE grades: O (50-100), P (70-140), Y (90-180)
- Suitable for parallel connection in professional audio (PA) amplifiers
Applications
- High-fidelity audio power amplifiers
- Professional audio (PA) system output stages
- Home audio amplifiers and AV receivers
- Automotive audio amplifiers
- Push-pull amplifier output stages
- General-purpose power amplification