Overview
The BC846BQ-13-F is a small signal NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. This transistor is part of the BC846A-BC848C series and is known for its high current gain and low noise characteristics, making it suitable for a variety of applications including switching and audio frequency (AF) amplifiers. The device is packaged in a SOT23 package, which is lead-free and fully RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental sustainability and compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | 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 Emitter Current | IEM | 200 | mA |
| Power Dissipation | PD | 310 | mW |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | 350 | K/W | |
| Small Signal Current Gain (hFE) | 330 | ||
| Input Impedance (hie) | 2.7 kΩ |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion.
- Complementary PNP types: BC856–BC858.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, classified as a 'Green' device.
- Molded plastic package with matte tin plated leads, solderable per MIL-STD-202, Method 208.
- UL flammability classification rating 94V-0.
- Moisture sensitivity level 1 per J-STD-020.
Applications
The BC846BQ-13-F is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- Switching circuits: Due to its high current gain and low noise, it is suitable for switching applications.
- Audio frequency (AF) amplifiers: Its characteristics make it ideal for audio amplification.
- General purpose amplification: It can be used in a wide range of general-purpose amplifier circuits.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC846BQ-13-F?
The BC846BQ-13-F is packaged in a SOT23 package. - Is the BC846BQ-13-F RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC846BQ-13-F is fully RoHS compliant and lead-free. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BC846BQ-13-F?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 65 V. - What is the continuous collector current rating for the BC846BQ-13-F?
The continuous collector current (IC) is 100 mA. - What is the peak collector current for the BC846BQ-13-F?
The peak collector current (ICM) is 200 mA. - What is the small signal current gain (hFE) for the BC846BQ-13-F?
The small signal current gain (hFE) is 330. - Is the BC846BQ-13-F suitable for high-frequency applications?
While it can be used in various applications, it is particularly suited for switching and AF amplifier applications rather than very high-frequency applications. - What is the thermal resistance, junction to ambient, for the BC846BQ-13-F?
The thermal resistance, junction to ambient, is approximately 350 K/W. - Is the BC846BQ-13-F halogen and antimony free?
Yes, the BC846BQ-13-F is halogen and antimony free, classified as a 'Green' device. - What is the moisture sensitivity level of the BC846BQ-13-F?
The moisture sensitivity level is 1 per J-STD-020.
