Overview
The BCV46TC, produced by Diodes Incorporated, is a 60V PNP Darlington transistor designed for high-gain applications. This transistor is part of the BCV46 series and is packaged in a SOT23-3 case, making it suitable for surface mount technology. The BCV46TC is fully compliant with RoHS and RoHS 2 directives, ensuring it is lead-free and environmentally friendly. It is also qualified to AEC-Q101 standards, indicating its high reliability for automotive and other demanding applications.
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 to 10,000 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -1.0 | V |
| Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VBE(sat) | -1.5 | V |
| Transition Frequency | fT | 200 | MHz |
| Package | SOT23-3 | ||
| Operating Temperature | -55 to 150°C |
Key Features
- High gain Darlington transistor with hFE > 10,000 @ 100mA, VCE = -5V.
- High continuous collector current of -500mA.
- Collector-emitter voltage of -60V and collector-base voltage of -80V.
- Totally lead-free and RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free.
- Qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability.
- Surface mount package (SOT23-3) for ease of integration.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) and base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)).
Applications
The BCV46TC is suitable for a variety of applications requiring high current gain and reliability. These include:
- Automotive systems: Due to its AEC-Q101 qualification, it is ideal for use in automotive electronics.
- Industrial control systems: High gain and reliability make it suitable for industrial control circuits.
- Power management: Can be used in power management circuits requiring high current handling.
- General-purpose amplification: Suitable for general-purpose amplification in various electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BCV46TC?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is -60V. - What is the continuous collector current of the BCV46TC?
The continuous collector current (IC) is -500mA. - Is the BCV46TC RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCV46TC is fully RoHS compliant and lead-free. - What is the typical static forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the BCV46TC?
The typical hFE is between 2,000 to 10,000 at IC = 100mA, VCE = -5V. - What is the operating temperature range of the BCV46TC?
The operating temperature range is -55 to 150°C. - What package type is the BCV46TC available in?
The BCV46TC is available in a SOT23-3 package. - Is the BCV46TC qualified for automotive use?
Yes, it is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability in automotive applications. - What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the BCV46TC?
The VCE(sat) is typically -1.0V at IC = 100mA, IB = -0.1mA. - What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BCV46TC?
The transition frequency (fT) is 200MHz at VCE = -5V, IC = -50mA. - Is the BCV46TC suitable for high-power applications?
Yes, it is suitable for high-power applications due to its high current gain and collector current capabilities.
