Overview
The BC856B-13-F is a PNP small-signal transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. It is part of the BC856A-BC858C series, which is designed for general-purpose amplifier and switching applications. This transistor is housed in the SOT23 package, making it suitable for low-power surface mount applications. The BC856B-13-F is lead-free, halogen-free, and fully RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental sustainability and compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -65 | V | IC = -10mA |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -80 | V | IC = -10µA |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -5.0 | V | IE = -1µA |
| Collector Current - Continuous | IC | -100 | mA | |
| Collector Current - Peak (1 ms pulse) | IC | -200 | mA | |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | 220 - 290 - 475 | IC = -2.0mA, VCE = -5V | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -0.3 - 0.65 | mV | IC = -10mA, IB = -0.5mA; IC = -100mA, IB = -5.0mA |
| Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VBE(sat) | -0.7 - 0.9 | mV | IC = -10mA, IB = -0.5mA; IC = -100mA, IB = -5.0mA |
| Package | SOT23 | |||
| Weight | 0.008 grams (Approximate) |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion due to its SOT23 package.
- Complementary NPN types: BC846 – BC848.
- Designed for switching and AF amplifier applications.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, classified as a “Green” device.
- Qualified to JEDEC standards for high reliability and AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications.
- Molded plastic case with UL flammability classification rating 94V-0.
- Matte tin plated leads, solderable per MIL-STD-202, Method 208.
Applications
- General-purpose amplifier applications.
- Switching applications.
- Audio frequency (AF) amplifier applications.
- Automotive applications requiring specific change control and high reliability (with Q-suffix parts).
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC856B-13-F transistor?
The BC856B-13-F transistor is housed in the SOT23 package.
- What are the complementary NPN types for the BC856B-13-F?
The complementary NPN types are BC846 – BC848.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BC856B-13-F?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is -65V.
- Is the BC856B-13-F RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856B-13-F is fully RoHS compliant and lead-free.
- What are the typical applications for the BC856B-13-F transistor?
The transistor is used in general-purpose amplifier, switching, and AF amplifier applications.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) for the BC856B-13-F?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 220 to 290 to 475 at IC = -2.0mA, VCE = -5V.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) for the BC856B-13-F?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is -0.3 to -0.65 mV at IC = -10mA, IB = -0.5mA and IC = -100mA, IB = -5.0mA.
- Is the BC856B-13-F suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards and can be used in automotive applications with specific change control requirements.
- What is the weight of the BC856B-13-F transistor?
The weight is approximately 0.008 grams.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level of the BC856B-13-F?
The moisture sensitivity level is 1 per J-STD-020.
