Overview
The BC856BW-G is a PNP small signal transistor produced by Comchip Technology. It is part of the BC856AW-G to BC858CW-G series, which are designed for various electronic applications. This transistor is ideally suited for automatic insertion and is widely used in switching and audio frequency (AF) amplifier applications. The BC856BW-G is also fully RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free, making it an environmentally friendly option.
Key Specifications
Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
---|---|---|---|
Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -80 | V |
Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -65 | V |
Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -5.0 | V |
Continuous Collector Current | IC | -100 | mA |
Peak Pulse Collector Current (single pulse) | ICM | -200 | mA |
Power Dissipation | PD | 200 | mW |
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | RθJA | 625 | °C/W |
Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -55 to +150 | °C |
DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 125 - 250 | |
Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -75 to -300 | mV |
Transition Frequency | fT | 100 | MHz |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion.
- Complementary NPN types available (BC846AW - BC848CW).
- Suitable for switching and AF amplifier applications.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, making it a 'green' device.
- Available in SOT-323 package.
- High DC current gain (hFE) with values ranging from 125 to 250.
Applications
- Switching applications: The BC856BW-G is used in various switching circuits due to its high current gain and low saturation voltage.
- Audio Frequency (AF) Amplifier Applications: It is suitable for use in audio amplifiers due to its good noise figure and high transition frequency.
- Automotive Applications: For specific automotive requirements, it can be used in systems such as remote keyless entry, power doors, and liftgates.
- General Electronic Circuits: It can be used in a wide range of general electronic circuits requiring small signal transistors.
Q & A
- What is the collector-base voltage (VCBO) of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The collector-base voltage (VCBO) of the BC856BW-G transistor is -80V.
- What is the continuous collector current (IC) of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The continuous collector current (IC) of the BC856BW-G transistor is -100 mA.
- What is the power dissipation (PD) of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The power dissipation (PD) of the BC856BW-G transistor is 200 mW.
- Is the BC856BW-G transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856BW-G transistor is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The operating and storage temperature range of the BC856BW-G transistor is -55 to +150°C.
- What are the typical applications of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The BC856BW-G transistor is typically used in switching and AF amplifier applications).
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) of the BC856BW-G transistor ranges from 125 to 250).
- What package type is the BC856BW-G transistor available in?
The BC856BW-G transistor is available in the SOT-323 package).
- Is the BC856BW-G transistor suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the BC856BW-G transistor can be used in automotive applications, especially those requiring specific change control and manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities).
- What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BC856BW-G transistor?
The transition frequency (fT) of the BC856BW-G transistor is 100 MHz).