Overview
The BC846BW-7-F is an NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. It is designed for use in a variety of applications, including switching and amplifier circuits. This transistor is packaged in a small SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for space-constrained designs. The BC846BW-7-F is part of a family of transistors that offer different gain selections, providing flexibility in design choices.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Breakdown Voltage | VCEO | 65 | V |
| Emitter-Base Breakdown Voltage | VEBO | 6 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | 100 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | 200 | mA |
| Peak Base Current | IBM | 200 | mA |
| Power Dissipation | PD | 200 | mW |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | RθJA | 625 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case | RθJC | 115 | °C/W |
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 200 - 450 | - |
| Transition Frequency | fT | 300 | MHz |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | 200 - 600 | mV |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion due to its SOT323 package.
- Complementary PNP types available: BC856W–BC858W.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free.
- General-purpose switching and amplification capabilities.
- High collector-base breakdown voltage (VCEO) of 65 V.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)).
- High transition frequency (fT) of 300 MHz.
- Operating temperature range from -65°C to +150°C.
Applications
The BC846BW-7-F transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems: Suitable for automotive applications requiring specific change control and manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities.
- Industrial electronics: Used in general-purpose switching and amplifier circuits.
- Consumer electronics: Found in mobile, computing, and consumer devices due to its small package size and robust performance.
- Audio frequency (AF) amplifiers: Suitable for AF amplifier applications.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The BC846BW-7-F transistor is packaged in a SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The maximum continuous collector current is 100 mA, and the peak collector current is 200 mA.
- What is the collector-base breakdown voltage of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The collector-base breakdown voltage (VCEO) is 65 V.
- Is the BC846BW-7-F transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC846BW-7-F transistor is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The operating and storage temperature range is from -65°C to +150°C.
- What are the complementary PNP types for the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The complementary PNP types are BC856W–BC858W.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The transition frequency (fT) is 300 MHz.
- Can the BC846BW-7-F transistor be used in automotive applications?
Yes, it is suitable for automotive applications requiring specific change control and is manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities.
- What is the power dissipation of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The maximum power dissipation is 200 mW.
- What is the DC current gain range of the BC846BW-7-F transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 200 to 450.
