Overview
The Central Semiconductor BCV47 TR PBFREE is a silicon NPN Darlington transistor manufactured using the epitaxial planar process. It is epoxy molded in a surface mount SOT-23 package, designed for applications that require extremely high gain. This transistor is lead-free, making it compliant with environmental regulations. The BCV47 is known for its high current gain and is suitable for a variety of electronic circuits where high sensitivity and reliability are crucial.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Units | Minimum | Typical | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | V | - | - | 80 |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | V | - | - | 60 |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | V | - | - | 10 |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | mA | - | - | 500 |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | mA | - | - | 800 |
| Continuous Base Current | IB | mA | - | - | 100 |
| Power Dissipation | PD | mW | - | - | 350 |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature | TJ, Tstg | °C | -65 | - | 150 |
| Thermal Resistance | ΘJA | °C/W | - | - | 357 |
| Collector-Base Leakage Current | ICBO | nA | 100 | - | - |
| Emitter-Base Leakage Current | IEBO | nA | 100 | - | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(SAT) | V | - | 1.0 | - |
| Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VBE(SAT) | V | - | 1.5 | - |
| Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | - | 2,000 (IC=1mA) | 4,000 (IC=10mA) | 10,000 (IC=100mA) |
| Transition Frequency | fT | MHz | - | 220 | - |
Key Features
- High Gain: The BCV47 offers extremely high current gain, making it suitable for applications requiring high sensitivity and reliability.
- Surface Mount Package: The transistor is packaged in a SOT-23 surface mount package, facilitating easy integration into modern electronic designs.
- Lead-Free Compliance: The BCV47 TR PBFREE is lead-free, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- High Collector Current: It can handle a continuous collector current of up to 500 mA and a peak collector current of up to 800 mA.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: The transistor operates over a junction temperature range of -65°C to +150°C.
Applications
The Central Semiconductor BCV47 TR PBFREE is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Amplifier Circuits: Due to its high gain, it is ideal for amplifier circuits where high sensitivity is required.
- Switching Circuits: Its ability to handle high collector currents makes it suitable for switching applications.
- Automotive Electronics: The wide operating temperature range and high reliability make it a good choice for automotive electronics.
- Industrial Control Systems: It can be used in industrial control systems that require high current gain and reliability.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 60 V. - What is the continuous collector current rating of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
The continuous collector current (IC) is 500 mA. - What is the typical current gain (hFE) of the BCV47 TR PBFREE at IC=100mA?
The typical current gain (hFE) at IC=100mA is 10,000. - What is the thermal resistance (ΘJA) of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
The thermal resistance (ΘJA) is 357 °C/W. - Is the BCV47 TR PBFREE lead-free?
Yes, the BCV47 TR PBFREE is lead-free, making it compliant with environmental regulations. - What is the operating junction temperature range of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
The operating junction temperature range is -65°C to +150°C. - What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
The transition frequency (fT) is 220 MHz. - In what package is the BCV47 TR PBFREE available?
The BCV47 TR PBFREE is available in a SOT-23 surface mount package. - What are some typical applications of the BCV47 TR PBFREE?
It is used in amplifier circuits, switching circuits, automotive electronics, and industrial control systems. - How much power can the BCV47 TR PBFREE dissipate?
The power dissipation (PD) is 350 mW.
