Overview
The BC817-25B5000 is a bipolar junction transistor (BJT) produced by Infineon Technologies. This NPN transistor is part of the BC817 series, known for its high current gain and low collector-saturation voltage, making it suitable for various applications including audio frequency (AF) stages and driver circuits. The device is packaged in a SOT23 case, which is lead-free and RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental sustainability and compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 45 | V |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | 50 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | 5 | V |
| Collector Current | IC | 500 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current (tp ≤ 10 ms) | ICM | 1000 | mA |
| Base Current | IB | 100 | mA |
| Peak Base Current (tp ≤ 10 ms) | IBM | 200 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (TS ≤ 115 °C) | Ptot | 330 | mW |
| Junction Temperature | Tj | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | Tstg | -65 to 150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (IC = 100 mA, VCE = 1 V) | hFE | 160 - 400 | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (IC = 500 mA, IB = 50 mA) | VCEsat | 0.7 | V |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion and surface mount assembly.
- Epitaxial planar die construction for high reliability.
- High current gain and low collector-saturation voltage.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, making it a 'green' device.
- Qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability in automotive applications.
- Packaged in a SOT23 case with matte tin plated leads, which are solderable.
- Moisture sensitivity level 1 per J-STD-020.
Applications
- AUDIO FREQUENCY (AF) STAGES: Suitable for use in audio amplifiers and other AF applications due to its high current gain and low noise characteristics.
- DRIVER CIRCUITS: Can be used as a driver transistor in various electronic circuits requiring high current gain and low saturation voltage.
- AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS: Qualified to AEC-Q101 standards, making it suitable for use in automotive electronics.
- SWITCHING APPLICATIONS: Can be used in switching circuits due to its fast switching times and high current handling capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC817-25B5000?
The collector-emitter voltage rating is 45 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC817-25B5000?
The maximum collector current is 500 mA.
- Is the BC817-25B5000 RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the BC817-25B5000?
It is suitable for AF stages, driver circuits, automotive applications, and switching applications.
- What is the DC current gain of the BC817-25B5000?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 160 to 400 at IC = 100 mA and VCE = 1 V.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BC817-25B5000?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage is 0.7 V at IC = 500 mA and IB = 50 mA.
- What is the junction temperature range of the BC817-25B5000?
The junction temperature range is -65 to 150 °C.
- Is the BC817-25B5000 suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability in automotive applications.
- What is the package type of the BC817-25B5000?
The device is packaged in a SOT23 case.
- What are the thermal characteristics of the BC817-25B5000?
The total power dissipation is 330 mW at TS ≤ 115 °C, and the thermal resistance from junction to ambient is approximately 403 °C/W.
