2N5401Alternatives & Equivalent Parts
About 2N5401
2N5401 is a Transistor BJT PNP component manufactured by MULTICOMP. It comes in a Other package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | 2N5401Source | 2N5551 | 0228141 | CGA0603MLC-24E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MULTICOMP | ON Semiconductor | RS Components | Bourns |
| Package Type | Other | Other | Inductors, Axial Diameter Horizontal Mounting | Diodes Chip |
| Pin Count | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Temperature Range | — | ~ 150.0°C | — | -55.0°C ~ 125.0°C |
| Price | $0.0110 | $0.0085 | — | $0.1112 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | — | OBSOLETE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| Pbfree Code | — | No | — | — |
| Factory Lead Time | — | 6 Weeks | — | 14 Weeks |
| YTEOL | — | 6.5 | — | 8.25 |
| Collector Current-Max (IC) | — | 0.6 A | — | — |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max | — | 160 V | — | — |
| Configuration | — | SINGLE | — | — |
| DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) | — | 80 | — | — |
| JEDEC-95 Code | — | TO-92 | — | — |
| JESD-30 Code | — | O-PBCY-T3 | — | — |
| JESD-609 Code | — | e0 | — | — |
| Number of Elements | — | 1 | — | — |
| Package Body Material | — | PLASTIC/EPOXY | — | — |
| Package Shape | — | ROUND | — | RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
| Package Style | — | CYLINDRICAL | — | SMT |
| Polarity/Channel Type | — | NPN | — | — |
| Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) | — | 0.35 W | — | — |
| Qualification Status | — | Not Qualified | — | — |
| Surface Mount | — | NO | — | YES |
| Terminal Finish | — | Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb) | — | — |
| Terminal Form | — | THROUGH-HOLE | — | — |
| Terminal Position | — | BOTTOM | — | — |
| Transistor Application | — | AMPLIFIER | — | — |
| Transistor Element Material | — | SILICON | — | — |
| Transition Frequency-Nom (fT) | — | 100 MHz | — | — |
| Reach Compliance Code | — | — | — | Compliant |
| Mounting Feature | — | — | — | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Package Height | — | — | — | 0.51 mm |
| Package Length | — | — | — | 1.6 mm |
| Package Width | — | — | — | 0.85 mm |
| Packing Method | — | — | — | TR, 7 INCH |
| Reference Standard | — | — | — | AEC-Q200 |
| Resistor Type | — | — | — | VARISTOR |
| Terminal Placement | — | — | — | DUAL ENDED |
| Terminal Shape | — | — | — | WRAPAROUND |
| Working Voltage | — | — | — | 24 V |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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FAQ
What is equivalent to 2N5401?
Known equivalents for 2N5401 include 2N5551, 0228141, CGA0603MLC-24E. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of 2N5401?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify 2N5401 alternatives?
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