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SPC JAN 2N3442 NPN Silicon Power Transistor TO-3 Metal Can USA Military Semiconductor

Transistors & Semiconductors • SKU RFB-VTR-2N3442-SPCJAN-001

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Genuine SPC JAN 2N3442 NPN silicon power transistor manufactured in the United States under Joint Army-Navy (JAN) military qualification standards. Housed in the rugged TO-3 metal package, this device was designed for demanding military, industrial, laboratory, and communications applications requiring enhanced reliability and long service life.

Military-marked JAN semiconductors remain highly desirable among restorers, collectors, and technicians maintaining vintage government, industrial, and laboratory equipment. This device features authentic USA military production markings and is an excellent candidate for restoration projects, replacement applications, and semiconductor collections.

Part number2N3442
ManufacturerSPC (Military Contract Production)
ConditionVintage pull
Quantity1
Obsolete Stock Origin Tracker Obsolete Stock

Legacy or discontinued stock no longer in normal production flow. Future supply may be limited.

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In Stock1 available
StatusGone When Gone

Pipeline quantities are informational and may change after arrival, inspection, sorting, testing, or donor teardown.

Compatible Radios / Boards

Military Power Supplies
Defense Electronics
Laboratory Equipment
Industrial Control Systems
Linear Voltage Regulators
Series Pass Regulators
Audio Power Amplifiers
Vintage Test Equipment
High Voltage Driver Circuits
Communications Equipment

RF Boneyard Bench Notes

Measured Parameters

hFE: 24
IC: 5.00 mA
VBE @ IB = 1.00 mA: 0.472 V
VBE @ IB = 5.00 mA: 0.546 V
VCE(sat): 0.032 V
Saturation Test Current (IC): 5.00 mA
Saturation Base Current (IB): 1.00 mA
ICE Leakage: 0.000 mA

Bench Assessment

Bench verified SPC JAN 2N3442 NPN silicon power transistor in TO-3 metal can package. USA-made military-marked vintage semiconductor. Measured hFE 24 at IC 5.00 mA, VBE 0.472 V at IB 1.00 mA, VBE 0.546 V at IB 5.00 mA, VCE(sat) 0.032 V at IC 5.00 mA / IB 1.00 mA, and ICE leakage 0.000 mA. Device shows normal silicon junction behavior with no measurable leakage during testing.

Bench Status: Bench Verified

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Manufacturer:
SPC (Military Contract Production)
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Condition:
Donar Vinatge Pull
Bench Status:
Bench Tested Pass
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