The 3N256-M is a high-quality N-Channel Silicon Junction Field-Effect Transistor (JFET) manufactured by CENTRAL SEMICONDUCTOR. Supreme Components International is an authorized distributor of CENTRAL SEMICONDUCTOR components, ensuring you receive genuine parts. This JFET, categorized under transistors, is specifically a JFET type, making it suitable for applications requiring high input impedance and low noise. The 3N256-M comes in a TO-18 package, designed for through-hole mounting. It is commonly used in preamplifiers, impedance converters, and other sensitive analog circuits. Its N-channel configuration allows for efficient current flow and excellent signal amplification. This transistor is a reliable choice for demanding electronic designs.