Overview
The BC856AW-7-F is a PNP small signal transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. It is part of the BC856AW series, which is designed for general-purpose switching and amplifier applications. This transistor is known for its high reliability, low current, and low voltage characteristics, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic designs. The BC856AW-7-F is also fully RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free, and is available in a SOT323 package, which is ideal for automatic insertion in various manufacturing processes.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | 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 |
| Peak Pulse Emitter Current (single pulse) | IEM | -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 to 250 | |
| Transition Frequency | fT | 100 | MHz |
| Package | SOT323 (SC-70) |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion due to its SOT323 package.
- Complementary NPN types available (BC846AW - BC848CW).
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, making it a 'green' device.
- High reliability with qualification to JEDEC standards and AEC-Q100 for automotive applications.
- Low current (max. 100 mA) and low voltage (max. 65 V) characteristics.
Applications
The BC856AW-7-F transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- General-purpose switching and amplifier circuits.
- Automotive applications, especially with the automotive qualified version (BC856AW-Q).
- Industrial and consumer electronics.
- Mobile and wearable devices.
- Power and computing applications.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC856AW-7-F transistor?
The BC856AW-7-F transistor is packaged in a SOT323 (SC-70) package. - What are the maximum collector-emitter and collector-base voltages for the BC856AW-7-F?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is -65 V, and the maximum collector-base voltage (VCBO) is -80 V. - Is the BC856AW-7-F RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856AW-7-F is fully RoHS compliant and halogen and antimony free. - What is the maximum continuous collector current for the BC856AW-7-F?
The maximum continuous collector current (IC) is -100 mA. - What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BC856AW-7-F?
The transition frequency (fT) is 100 MHz. - Are there complementary NPN types available for the BC856AW-7-F?
Yes, complementary NPN types (BC846AW - BC848CW) are available. - What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the BC856AW-7-F?
The operating and storage temperature range is -55 to +150 °C. - Is the BC856AW-7-F suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is suitable for automotive applications, and there is also an automotive qualified version (BC856AW-Q). - What is the power dissipation (PD) of the BC856AW-7-F?
The power dissipation (PD) is 200 mW. - What is the thermal resistance, junction to ambient (RθJA), of the BC856AW-7-F?
The thermal resistance, junction to ambient (RθJA), is 625 °C/W.
