RCA 35120 Vintage Germanium NPN Transistor (NOS) - Silver Can, High Gain hFE 140, Zero Leakage
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Up for sale is a single, premium New Old Stock (NOS) RCA 35120 Germanium NPN transistor from 1969. This component was built to rugged military/mainframe standards for a UNIVAC computer project, offering far tighter tolerances than consumer-grade audio parts of the era.This individual unit is an absolute "unicorn" find for boutique pedal builders and DIY enthusiasts looking for a high-gain, clean-testing NPN germanium device.
Circuit Recommendations:
At 140 hFE with zero leakage, this transistor is a phenomenal choice for:
- The high-gain Q2 position in a Fuzz Face or Tone Bender MkII
- A highly saturated, vintage-voiced Treble Booster (Rangemaster variant)
- Custom NPN germanium boost or preamp projects
Specs & Measurements:
- Type: Germanium NPN (Negative Ground Friendly)
- Gain (hFE): 140 (note: there will be variance here, these are almost 60 years old!)
- Leakage: Zero / Inaudible
- Package: Silver Can (Stamped 35120 RCA)
Tested at room temperature. Ships quickly and securely packed.
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| Listed | 21 days ago |
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| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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