Overview
The BCP54TA is a medium power NPN bipolar transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. It is designed for medium power switching and amplification applications, offering high performance and reliability. This transistor is part of the BCP54/55/56 series, each with different collector-emitter breakdown voltages. The BCP54TA specifically has a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 45V, making it suitable for a variety of electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Breakdown Voltage (BVCBO) | 45 | V | IC = 100µA |
| Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (BVCEO) | 45 | V | IC = 10mA |
| Emitter-Base Breakdown Voltage (BVEBO) | 5 | V | IE = 10µA |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | 1 | A | |
| Peak Pulse Current (ICM) | 2 | A | |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 2 | W | |
| Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | < 500mV | IC = 0.5A | |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 25 - 250 | IC = 150mA, VCE = 2V | |
| Case Type | SOT223 | ||
| Weight | 0.112 grams (Approximate) |
Key Features
- High continuous collector current of 1A and peak pulse current of 2A.
- Low saturation voltage of less than 500mV at 0.5A.
- Complementary PNP types available (BCP51, 52, and 53).
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen- and antimony-free, making it a “green” device.
- Gain groups 10 and 16 available.
- SOT223 package with matte tin plated leads, solderable per MIL-STD-202, Method 208.
- UL flammability rating 94V-0 and moisture sensitivity level 1 per J-STD-020.
Applications
The BCP54TA is suitable for medium power switching and amplification applications. It is particularly useful in:
- AF driver and output stages.
- Automotive applications requiring specific change control, such as parts qualified to AEC-Q100/101/200 and manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the BCP54TA?
The collector-emitter breakdown voltage (BVCEO) of the BCP54TA is 45V. - What is the continuous collector current of the BCP54TA?
The continuous collector current (IC) of the BCP54TA is 1A. - What is the peak pulse current of the BCP54TA?
The peak pulse current (ICM) of the BCP54TA is 2A. - What is the power dissipation of the BCP54TA?
The power dissipation (Pd) of the BCP54TA is 2W. - Is the BCP54TA RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCP54TA is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant. - What is the case type of the BCP54TA?
The BCP54TA comes in an SOT223 package. - What are the gain groups available for the BCP54TA?
The BCP54TA is available in gain groups 10 and 16. - Is the BCP54TA suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the BCP54TA is suitable for automotive applications requiring specific change control and is manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities. - What is the saturation voltage of the BCP54TA?
The saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the BCP54TA is less than 500mV at 0.5A. - Is the BCP54TA halogen-free?
Yes, the BCP54TA is halogen- and antimony-free, making it a “green” device.
