Germanium PNP Transistor Audio Power Amplifier, High Current Switch
Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: VCE (sat) == 0.5V (Max) @ IC == 5 A The NTE179 is a PNP type germainum transistor in a TO3 type case designed for high-current switching applications requiring low saturation voltages, fast switching times, and good safe operating conditions.