2N5551 General Purpose NPN Transistor (SMD, SOT-23)
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About this product
The 2N5551 is a general-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor, supplied here in the SOT-23 surface-mount package. It is commonly used to amplify small signals and to switch small loads such as LEDs in low- and medium-voltage circuits, through a suitable base resistor.
Specifications
- Transistor type
- NPN (BJT)
- Package
- SOT-23 (SMD)
- Collector-emitter voltage (VCEO)
- 160 V
- Collector current (max)
- 600 mA
- Application
- General purpose switching and amplification
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of 2N5551 General Purpose NPN Transistor (SMD, SOT-23) in Egypt?
2N5551 General Purpose NPN Transistor (SMD, SOT-23) currently costs 1.5 EGP in Egypt.
Where can I buy 2N5551 General Purpose NPN Transistor (SMD, SOT-23) in Egypt?
2N5551 General Purpose NPN Transistor (SMD, SOT-23) is available from RAM Electronics. Compare the offers above to find the best price.
Can I drive an LED directly from a microcontroller pin with this transistor?
Yes, it can switch an LED or a small load from a microcontroller pin. Use a base resistor sized for the microcontroller output and the load current, and keep the collector current below the 600 mA maximum.
Is the pin order the same as the TO-92 2N5551?
No. The pin order differs between packages, so do not reuse TO-92 wiring. For the SOT-23 version, the common pinout is Base, Emitter, Collector; confirm it with the datasheet before soldering.
