{"product_id":"13007-e13007-npn-power-transistor-to220-400v-8a-switching-5pack","title":"13007 \/ E13007 NPN Power Transistor — TO-220, 400V 8A, Switching \u0026 Inverter (5-Pack)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e13007 \/ E13007 NPN Power Transistor — TO-220, 400V, 8A, SMPS \u0026amp; Inverter (5-Pack)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 13007 (also known as E13007, MJE13007, or J13007) is a high-voltage NPN bipolar power transistor in a TO-220 package, rated at 400V collector-emitter voltage and 8A continuous collector current. It is the standard switching transistor for compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) ballasts, SMPS half-bridge and flyback converters, and DC-AC inverter output stages. The TO-220 package provides a heatsink tab for thermal management in high-power switching applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTO-220 (through-hole)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNPN silicon power transistor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector-Base Voltage (VCBO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous Collector Current (IC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeak Collector Current (ICM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Current Gain (hFE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–40 (at IC=4A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollector Power Dissipation (PC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80W (with heatsink)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransition Frequency (fT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-55°C to +150°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003e13007 vs MJE13001 vs 2SC4106 — High-Voltage NPN Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e13007 \/ E13007\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMJE13001\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2SC4106\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVCEO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTO-220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTO-92\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTO-220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePC (with heatsink)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e625mW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFL ballast, SMPS half-bridge, inverter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSMPS startup, high-voltage signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFL ballast, SMPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose 13007 \/ E13007?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e400V VCEO + 8A IC\u003c\/strong\u003e — handles 230V AC mains-derived circuits with adequate voltage margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80W power dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e — with heatsink, suitable for high-power CFL and SMPS switching stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTO-220 with heatsink tab\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy thermal management for continuous high-power operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-55°C to +150°C\u003c\/strong\u003e — wide temperature range for industrial and lighting applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-pack value\u003c\/strong\u003e — sufficient for multiple CFL ballast repairs and SMPS builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible With \/ Common Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCFL ballast repair\u003c\/strong\u003e: Most common failure component in CFL electronic ballasts — direct replacement for failed 13007 transistor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSMPS half-bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Two 13007 transistors in half-bridge topology for 100–400W SMPS (with gate driver IC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlyback converter\u003c\/strong\u003e: Single 13007 as the primary switch in flyback SMPS (phone charger, adapter repair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC-AC inverter\u003c\/strong\u003e: Push-pull or half-bridge output stage for 12V→220V inverter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInduction heater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Half-bridge switching transistor for ZVS induction heater from 12–48V supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the most common failure mode of 13007 in CFL ballasts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 13007 typically fails short-circuit (collector-emitter shorted) due to overvoltage spikes from the resonant circuit exceeding VCEO, or thermal runaway from inadequate heatsinking. When replacing, also check the companion transistor (both transistors in a half-bridge usually fail together), the resonant capacitor (often fails open), and the diac trigger circuit. Replace both transistors as a pair for reliable repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can 13007 replace 2SC4106 or BU2508A in an existing circuit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 13007 and 2SC4106 are similar (400V, 7–8A, TO-220 NPN) and are often interchangeable in CFL ballasts. Verify VCEO, IC, hFE, and fT before substituting. BU2508A is a higher-voltage (700V) transistor — 13007 (400V) is NOT a suitable replacement for BU2508A in circuits where the collector voltage exceeds 400V.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What base drive circuit is needed for 13007 in a CFL ballast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: In CFL ballasts, the 13007 base is driven by a self-oscillating circuit using a saturable transformer (toroidal core with feedback winding). 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