Overview
The BCP56TA is a medium power NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. This transistor is part of the BCP54/55/56 series, known for its high performance and reliability in various electronic applications. The BCP56TA is designed to handle high continuous collector currents and is suitable for medium power switching and amplification tasks.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Breakdown Voltage | BVCBO | - | - | 100 | V | IC = 100µA |
| Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage | BVCEO | - | - | 80 | V | IC = 10mA |
| Emitter-Base Breakdown Voltage | BVEBO | - | - | 5 | V | IE = 10µA |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | - | - | 1 | A | - |
| Peak Pulse Collector Current | ICM | - | - | 2 | A | - |
| Power Dissipation | PD | - | - | 2 | W | - |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | RθJA | - | - | 62 | °C/W | - |
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 | - | 150 | °C | - |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | 25 | 40 | 250 | - | IC = 150mA, VCE = 2V (16 gain group) |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | - | - | 0.5 | V | IC = 500mA, IB = 50mA |
Key Features
- High Continuous Collector Current: Up to 1A continuous collector current and 2A peak pulse current.
- Low Saturation Voltage: VCE(sat) < 500mV @ 0.5A, ensuring efficient operation.
- High Breakdown Voltages: BVCEO > 80V, BVCBO > 100V, and VEBO > 5V.
- Complementary PNP Types: Available with complementary PNP types (BCP51, 52, and 53).
- Environmental Compliance: Totally lead-free, fully RoHS compliant, halogen- and antimony-free, and adheres to the “Green” device policy.
- Thermal Performance: 2W power dissipation with thermal resistance from junction to ambient (RθJA) of 62°C/W.
Applications
The BCP56TA is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Medium Power Switching and Amplification: Ideal for medium power switching and amplification tasks in electronic circuits.
- AF Driver and Output Stages: Used in audio frequency driver and output stages due to its high current handling and low saturation voltage.
- Automotive Applications: Suitable for automotive applications requiring specific change control and high reliability.
Q & A
- What is the maximum continuous collector current of the BCP56TA?
The maximum continuous collector current is 1A. - What is the peak pulse collector current of the BCP56TA?
The peak pulse collector current is 2A. - What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the BCP56TA?
The collector-emitter breakdown voltage (BVCEO) is up to 80V. - What is the power dissipation of the BCP56TA?
The power dissipation is up to 2W. - Is the BCP56TA RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCP56TA is fully RoHS compliant and lead-free. - What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the BCP56TA?
The operating and storage temperature range is -65°C to +150°C. - What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the BCP56TA?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) is 40, with a range of 25 to 250 for the 16 gain group. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BCP56TA?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is less than 0.5V at 0.5A. - What are some common applications of the BCP56TA?
Common applications include medium power switching, amplification, AF driver and output stages, and automotive applications. - Is the BCP56TA available in a complementary PNP type?
Yes, the BCP56TA has complementary PNP types (BCP51, 52, and 53).
