SS8050 Low-Voltage, High-Current NPN Transistor Widely Used For Audio Amplification And Fast Switching In Electronic Circuits

A NPN bipolar junction transistor rated at 25V collector-emitter and 1.5 A collector current, used for switching heavier loads such as relays, small motors and LED strings - it handles roughly double the current of an S8050. As a NPN device it sinks current to ground when its base is driven high. Always fit a base resistor when driving it from a microcontroller pin - connecting a base directly to a logic output will damage both. A common starting value is 1K for switching applications. 25V and 1.5 A rating suits moderate loads; TO-92 through-hole package fits breadboards; Very low cost and widely documented; Standard pinout for the SS8050 family