2N6193 MOD1 - 90V 5A 10W PNP Power BJT TO-39 | Central Semiconductor
MPN: 2N6193 MOD1 β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.2 | $3.20 |
| 10 | $2.88 | $28.80 |
| 100 | $2.4 | $240.00 |
| 500 | $2.04 | $1,020.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.76 | $1,760.00 |
2N6193 MOD1 Overview
A PNP power bipolar junction transistor (BJT) is a three-terminal semiconductor device in which a small base current controls a much larger collector current, with current flow from emitter to collector. Within the semiconductor hierarchy it belongs to the discrete transistor family: BJT -> bipolar transistor -> power transistor -> discrete semiconductor. PNP BJTs source current to a load, making them natural complements to NPN devices such as the 2N6194 in push-pull output stages.
Key features of the 2N6193 MOD1 include a 90V VCEO rating for headroom on industrial supply rails, a 5A collector current capability for medium-power loads, and a 10W dissipation rating enabled by the metal TO-39 can, which also provides low thermal resistance to a heatsink. The MOD1 grading indicates a modified or selected specification variant screened by Central Semiconductor from the standard 2N6193 family.
Technically, the device uses a diffused-junction silicon process optimized for linear amplifier and general switching service. The metal-can package provides superior thermal performance compared with plastic TO-220 equivalents of the era and excellent EMI shielding, and the case is electrically connected to the collector, simplifying heatsink mounting with an insulating kit where required.
Typical applications include audio output stages, series-pass elements in linear power supplies, relay and solenoid drivers, and general medium-power switching circuits. The combination of 90V breakdown and 5A current capacity covers most 24V and 48V industrial control requirements.
When designing with this part, mount the TO-39 can with a thermal washer and insulating hardware to a properly sized heatsink, because the 10W rating assumes adequate heat extraction to keep the junction within safe temperature limits.
This page synthesizes verified distributor data, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet, giving engineers a single citable reference for the 2N6193 MOD1.
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2N6193 MOD1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Polarity | PNP |
| Transistor Type | Bipolar Power BJT (General Purpose Amplifier/Switch) |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | 90 V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | 5 A |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | 10 W |
| Package | TO-39 (TO-205AD), metal can, through-hole |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
| Configuration | Single transistor |
| Case Connection | Collector (per TO-39 power BJT convention) |
2N6193 MOD1 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | Emitter β PNP emitter terminal; current flows out of this terminal in normal operation |
| Pin 2 | Base β Control terminal; drive below emitter potential to turn the PNP device on |
| Pin 3 | Collector β Main current terminal, connected to the metal case |
Safe Operating Area (2N6193 MOD1)
Typical Applications
2N6193 MOD1 is suitable for 6 applications: Audio Amplifier Output Stages, Linear Power Supply Series-Pass Element, Relay and Solenoid Drivers, General-Purpose Medium-Power Switching, Test and Measurement Instrumentation, High-Reliability and Avionics Systems.
Audio Amplifier Output Stages
The 2N6193 MOD1 was explicitly designed for amplifier applications, and its 90V VCEO allows output stages operating from high audio supply rails, while the 5A collector current easily drives 4-ohm and 8-ohm loudspeaker loads. In a push-pull or quasi-complementary output topology, the PNP device sources current to the load and pairs with an NPN complement. The TO-39 metal can provides both efficient heat transfer to the heatsink and inherent electrostatic shielding that reduces radiated interference in sensitive audio circuitry. For Class-AB service, ensure bias stabilization and derate dissipation at elevated case temperatures.
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Linear Power Supply Series-Pass Element
As a series-pass transistor in linear regulators, the 2N6193 MOD1 combines a 10W dissipation rating, 5A current capacity, and 90V breakdown, covering most 24V and 48V industrial supply designs. The metal TO-39 can bolts directly to a heatsink for reliable heat extraction, though the collector-case connection requires an insulating kit when the heatsink is chassis-grounded. Estimated: at 5V dropout and 1A load, dissipation is about 5W, half the rating, leaving useful margin. Its PNP sourcing configuration suits positive-rail regulators driven by a grounded-base control stage.
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Relay and Solenoid Drivers
Industrial relay coils and solenoids typically draw hundreds of milliamps to a few amps from 24V rails, squarely within the 2N6193 MOD1 5A / 90V capability. The device's general-purpose switching design handles the repetitive inductive switching inherent in relay and solenoid duty; add a flyback diode or clamp network across the load to absorb the inductive kick and keep operation within the safe operating area. The through-hole TO-39 package simplifies prototyping and field service, and its rugged metal construction tolerates harsh industrial environments where plastic-packaged alternatives may be less robust.
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General-Purpose Medium-Power Switching
The 2N6193 MOD1 serves as a robust PNP switch for loads up to 5A on rails up to 90V, including motor enable lines, heater elements, lamp drivers, and battery-management load switches. Its diffused-junction silicon process offers dependable saturation characteristics for hard-switched operation when driven with adequate base current. The military heritage of the 2N6193 family, with JAN/JANTX/JANTXV/JANS assurance levels per MIL-PRF-19500/561, reflects the intrinsic ruggedness of the design. Designers should verify saturation power losses and ensure base drive current supports the required collector current with margin.
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Test and Measurement Instrumentation
Bench power supplies, electronic loads, and curve tracers benefit from the 2N6193 MOD1's linear-region capability and 10W dissipation in a serviceable metal can. In programmable current-source or bleeder circuits, the 5A capacity and 90V headroom allow wide compliance ranges without paralleling devices. The through-hole TO-39 format enables easy replacement during calibration or repair cycles, an advantage in long-lifecycle instruments. When operating in the linear region, confirm the DC safe operating area from the manufacturer datasheet so that combined voltage and current stress stays inside the derated boundary at your maximum ambient temperature.
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High-Reliability and Avionics Systems
Because the 2N6193 specification is procured in JAN, JANTX, JANTXV, and JANS assurance levels per MIL-PRF-19500/561, the device family is embedded in defense and aerospace power control circuits. A design using the commercial Central Semiconductor 2N6193 MOD1 can migrate to a screened JAN2N6193 in the same TO-39 (TO-205AD) footprint without PCB redesign, preserving form, fit, and function while upgrading reliability assurance. The metal-can package's mechanical robustness and thermal performance further suit vibration-prone platforms. Verify program-specific qualification requirements and source traceability when specifying screened devices.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | 2N6193 (Central) | 2N6193A (Central) | 2N6193 (Microchip) | 2N6193 (Semicoa) | JAN2N6193 (Semicoa) |
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| Package | TO-39 (TO-205AD) | TO-39 (TO-205AD) - same | TO-39 (TO-205AD) - same | TO-39 (TO-205AD) - same | TO-39 (TO-205AD) - same | TO-39 (TO-205AD) - same |
| Brand | Central Semiconductor | Central Semiconductor | Central Semiconductor | Microchip Technology | Semicoa Semiconductor | Semicoa Semiconductor |
| Polarity | PNP | PNP | PNP | PNP | PNP | PNP |
| Collector Current | 5 A | 5 A | 5 A | 5 A | 5 A | 5 A |
| Qualification | Commercial (MOD1 selected spec) | Commercial | Commercial | JAN/JANTX/JANTXV/JANS levels available per MIL-PRF-19500/561 | Commercial | JAN qualified |
| Application Focus | Amplifier and switching | Amplifier and switching | Amplifier and switching | PNP silicon switching | Switching (chip-type 2C6193) | High-reliability switching |
Key Differentiators
- Highest verified dissipation rating in the 2N6193 drop-in group (vs 2N6193 (Microchip Technology))
- Selected/modified specification for demanding designs (vs 2N6193 (Central Semiconductor))
- Commercial availability without military screening overhead (vs JAN2N6193 (Semicoa))
Design Notes
The 10W dissipation rating of the 2N6193 MOD1 assumes the TO-39 case is held near an acceptable temperature via a heatsink. Because the case is electrically the collector, use an insulating thermal washer and shoulder washer when bolting the can to a grounded heatsink, and account for the added interface thermal resistance. Estimated: at 5W continuous dissipation and an assumed junction-to-case thermal resistance of roughly 10 C/W for TO-39, junction rise above case is about 50 C, so total rise with a typical heatsink must still keep the junction within the datasheet maximum temperature. Verify exact thermal values in the manufacturer datasheet.
Order the exact suffix you designed: 2N6193 MOD1 ratings (90V, 10W per Central) differ from generic 2N6193 listings such as the Microchip 100V/5A/1W part. Substituting a lower-dissipation variant into a linear pass-element design can cause thermal failure even though the part number matches. Also remember the PNP drive convention: the base must be pulled below the emitter to conduct, and a base-emitter resistor prevents leakage-triggered turn-on at high temperature.
Keep base-drive traces short and place the base series resistor close to the transistor to limit parasitic oscillation in linear amplifier service; power BJTs in TO-39 cans can oscillate at RF when leads are long. Provide generous copper around the three lead holes for heat spreading in through-hole boards, and maintain creepage and clearance for the full 90V rail. For switching service, add a snubber or flyback clamp at inductive loads to keep switching events inside the safe operating area.
Compliance Information
Compliance status not stated in the verified web data; consult Central Semiconductor product documentation for current RoHS/REACH declarations. Military assurance levels (JAN per MIL-PRF-19500/561) exist within the 2N6193 family via Microchip/Semicoa.
