A silicon power transistor is operated with a heat sink (θSA = 1.5ºC/W). The transistor, rated at 150 W (25ºC), has θJC = 0.5º C/W, and the mounting insulation has θCS = 0.6 ºC/W. What is the maximum power that can be dissipated if the ambient temperature is 50ºC and TJmax = 200 ºC?

A silicon power transistor is operated with a heat sink (θSA = 1.5ºC

1.	A silicon power transistor is operated with a heat sink (θSA = 1.5ºC/W). The transistor, rated at 150 W (25ºC), has θJC = 0.5º C/W, and the mounting insulation has θCS = 0.6 ºC/W. What is the maximum power that can be dissipated if the ambient temperature is 50ºC and TJmax = 200 ºC?
A.	61.5 w
B.	60.0 w
C.	57.7 w
D.	55.5 w
Answer» D. 55.5 w