Overview
The BCX5216QTA is a PNP medium power bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. This transistor is designed to meet the stringent requirements of automotive applications and is AEC-Q101 qualified, ensuring high reliability and performance in demanding environments. The BCX5216QTA is part of the BCX5216Q series, which includes variants with different voltage ratings, such as the BCX5316Q. These transistors are known for their high continuous collector current, low saturation voltage, and robust thermal characteristics, making them suitable for a variety of applications including medium power switching and amplification.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Breakdown Voltage | BVCBO | -60 | V | IC = -100µA | ||
| Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage | BVCEO | -60 | V | IC = -10mA | ||
| Emitter-Base Breakdown Voltage | BVEBO | -5 | V | IE = -10µA | ||
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | -1A | ||||
| Peak Pulse Current | ICM | -2A | ||||
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -0.5V | IC = -500mA, IB = -50mA | |||
| Base-Emitter Turn-On Voltage | VBE(on) | -1.0V | IC = -500mA | |||
| Case Type | SOT89 | |||||
| Case Material | Molded Plastic, “Green” Molding Compound | |||||
| Weight | 0.055 grams | Approximate |
Key Features
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications requiring specific change control.
- PPAP capable and manufactured in IATF16949 certified facilities.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen- and antimony-free, making it a “green” device.
- Low saturation voltage VCE(sat) < -500mV @ -0.5A.
- High continuous collector current of -1A and peak pulse current of -2A.
- Complementary NPN type: BCX5616Q.
- Molded plastic case with UL flammability rating 94V-0 and matte tin finish leads.
Applications
- Automotive applications.
- Medium power switching or amplification applications.
- AF drivers and output stages.
Q & A
- What is the BCX5216QTA transistor used for? The BCX5216QTA is used in automotive applications, medium power switching, and amplification, as well as AF drivers and output stages.
- What are the key electrical specifications of the BCX5216QTA? Key specifications include a collector-base breakdown voltage of -60V, collector-emitter breakdown voltage of -60V, and a continuous collector current of -1A.
- Is the BCX5216QTA RoHS compliant? Yes, the BCX5216QTA is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What is the case type and material of the BCX5216QTA? The BCX5216QTA has a SOT89 case type made of molded plastic with a “green” molding compound.
- What are the thermal characteristics of the BCX5216QTA? The transistor has a low thermal resistance and is designed to handle high power dissipation, with detailed derating curves provided in the datasheet.
- Is the BCX5216QTA suitable for high-reliability applications? Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified and manufactured in IATF16949 certified facilities, making it suitable for high-reliability applications.
- What is the complementary NPN type of the BCX5216QTA? The complementary NPN type is the BCX5616Q.
- What is the weight of the BCX5216QTA transistor? The weight is approximately 0.055 grams.
- What are the soldering specifications for the BCX5216QTA? The leads are solderable per MIL-STD-202 Method 208.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level of the BCX5216QTA? The moisture sensitivity level is 1 per J-STD-020.
