Comment by CamperBob2
Comment by CamperBob2 2 days ago
For TO-5 bipolars, it was common for the collector to be connected to the case. I wouldn't say that's universally true but I don't recall any exceptions off the top of my head.
Comment by CamperBob2 2 days ago
For TO-5 bipolars, it was common for the collector to be connected to the case. I wouldn't say that's universally true but I don't recall any exceptions off the top of my head.
I think it's "generally" true. I saw a mention of some where the transistor had 4 pins: Emitter, collector, base, and ground (can). Presumably for RF shielding and they wanted a higher quality connection to the can without soldering/clamping it directly.