Overview
The BC846BT TR PBFREE is an NPN bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Central Semiconductor Corp. This transistor is part of the BC846 series, which are general-purpose transistors designed for a wide range of applications. The BC846BT is produced using the epitaxial planar process and is encapsulated in a surface-mount SOT-23 package, making it suitable for modern electronic designs that require compact and efficient components.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | - | - | 80 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | - | - | 65 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | - | - | 6.0 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | - | - | 100 mA | |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | - | - | 200 mA | |
| Peak Base Current | IBM | - | - | 200 mA | |
| Power Dissipation | PD | - | - | 330 mW | |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature | TJ, Tstg | -55 | - | 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance | ΘJA | - | - | 500 °C/W | |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | - | 110 | 180-290 | 450 | |
| Saturation Voltage (VCE(SAT)) | - | 0.25 | - | 0.60 | V |
Key Features
- General-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor
- Surface-mount SOT-23 package for compact designs
- High collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of up to 65 V
- Continuous collector current (IC) of up to 100 mA
- Peak collector current (ICM) of up to 200 mA
- Low saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of 0.25 V to 0.60 V
- High DC current gain (hFE) with two gain selections (110-220 and 200-450)
- Operating and storage junction temperature range of -55°C to 150°C
Applications
The BC846BT TR PBFREE transistor is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- General-purpose switching
- Amplifier circuits
- Automotive electronics
- Consumer electronics
- Industrial control systems
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC846BT transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC846BT transistor is up to 65 V. - What is the continuous collector current (IC) of the BC846BT transistor?
The continuous collector current (IC) of the BC846BT transistor is up to 100 mA. - What is the peak collector current (ICM) of the BC846BT transistor?
The peak collector current (ICM) of the BC846BT transistor is up to 200 mA. - What is the operating temperature range of the BC846BT transistor?
The operating and storage junction temperature range of the BC846BT transistor is -55°C to 150°C. - What package type is the BC846BT transistor available in?
The BC846BT transistor is available in a surface-mount SOT-23 package. - What are the typical applications of the BC846BT transistor?
The BC846BT transistor is typically used in general-purpose switching and amplifier circuits, as well as in automotive, consumer, and industrial electronics. - What is the thermal resistance (ΘJA) of the BC846BT transistor?
The thermal resistance (ΘJA) of the BC846BT transistor is up to 500 °C/W. - Does the BC846BT transistor have different gain selections?
Yes, the BC846BT transistor has two different gain selections: 110-220 and 200-450. - Is the BC846BT transistor lead-free?
Yes, the BC846BT TR PBFREE transistor is lead-free. - What is the saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of the BC846BT transistor?
The saturation voltage (VCE(SAT)) of the BC846BT transistor ranges from 0.25 V to 0.60 V.
