Overview
The BCV46TA is a 60V PNP Darlington transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. This device is part of the BCV46 product line and is packaged in a SOT23 case. It is designed to offer high gain and reliability, making it suitable for various applications in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
The transistor is fully compliant with RoHS and AEC-Q101 standards, ensuring its use in high-reliability environments. It is also lead-free, halogen-free, and antimony-free, aligning with green technology standards.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -80 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -60 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -10 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | -500 | mA |
| Peak Pulse Current | ICM | -800 | mA |
| Base Current | IB | -100 | mA |
| Power Dissipation | PD | 310 | mW |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | RθJA | 403 | °C/W |
| Static Forward Current Transfer Ratio (hFE) | hFE | 2,000 - 10,000 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -1.0 | V |
| Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VBE(sat) | -1.5 | V |
Key Features
- High Gain: The BCV46TA has a high static forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of up to 10,000 at 100mA, making it suitable for applications requiring high current amplification.
- High Continuous Collector Current: It can handle a continuous collector current of -500mA.
- Complementary Type: The BCV46TA has a complementary Darlington PNP type, the BCV47.
- Environmental Compliance: Fully RoHS compliant, lead-free, halogen-free, and antimony-free, aligning with green technology standards.
- High Reliability: Qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability and PPAP capable.
- Thermal Characteristics: Features a thermal resistance of 403°C/W (junction to ambient) and 350°C/W (junction to leads).
- Package and Material: Packaged in a SOT23 case with molded plastic, “Green” molding compound, and UL flammability classification rating 94V-0.
Applications
The BCV46TA is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries:
- Automotive: Suitable for automotive systems due to its AEC-Q101 qualification and high reliability.
- Industrial: Used in industrial control systems, motor control, and power management circuits.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in consumer electronics such as audio amplifiers, power supplies, and other high-current applications.
- Medical Devices: Can be used in non-life support medical devices due to its high reliability and compliance with safety standards.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BCV46TA?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating is -60V.
- What is the continuous collector current of the BCV46TA?
The continuous collector current (IC) is -500mA.
- Is the BCV46TA RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCV46TA is fully RoHS compliant, lead-free, halogen-free, and antimony-free.
- What is the thermal resistance of the BCV46TA from junction to ambient?
The thermal resistance from junction to ambient (RθJA) is 403°C/W.
- What is the static forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the BCV46TA?
The static forward current transfer ratio (hFE) ranges from 2,000 to 10,000.
- What is the package type of the BCV46TA?
The BCV46TA is packaged in a SOT23 case.
- Is the BCV46TA suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- What is the peak pulse current rating of the BCV46TA?
The peak pulse current (ICM) rating is -800mA.
- What is the base-emitter saturation voltage of the BCV46TA?
The base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)) is -1.5V.
- Is the BCV46TA PPAP capable?
Yes, the BCV46TA is PPAP capable.
