Overview
The BCP54-10-TP is a bipolar junction transistor (BJT) produced by Micro Commercial Co. Although this component is currently obsolete and no longer manufactured, it was widely used in various electronic applications due to its robust specifications and reliability. The BCP54-10-TP is an NPN transistor, known for its high performance and versatility in different circuit designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 45 | V |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | 45 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | 5 | V |
| Collector Current | IC | 1 | A |
| Peak Collector Current (tp ≤ 10 ms) | ICM | 1.5 | A |
| Base Current | IB | 100 | mA |
| Peak Base Current | IBM | 200 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (TS ≤ 120°C) | Ptot | 2 | W |
| Junction Temperature | Tj | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | Tstg | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Transition Frequency | fT | 100 | MHz |
Key Features
- NPN Bipolar Junction Transistor: The BCP54-10-TP is an NPN transistor, suitable for a wide range of applications requiring high current gain and low saturation voltage.
- High Collector Current: It can handle a collector current of up to 1 A and a peak collector current of 1.5 A for short pulses.
- Low Saturation Voltage: The transistor has a low collector-emitter saturation voltage, typically around 0.5 V, which is beneficial for reducing power losses in switching applications.
- High Transition Frequency: With a transition frequency of 100 MHz, this transistor is suitable for high-frequency applications.
- Surface Mount Package: The SOT-223 package makes it easy to integrate into surface mount technology (SMT) designs.
Applications
The BCP54-10-TP is versatile and can be used in various electronic circuits, including:
- Switching Circuits: Due to its low saturation voltage and high current handling, it is suitable for switching applications such as power supplies, motor drivers, and relay drivers.
Its high current gain and transition frequency make it a good choice for amplifier circuits in audio and RF applications. It can be used as a driver for other components like LEDs, relays, and other transistors.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage of the BCP54-10-TP? The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 45 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BCP54-10-TP? The maximum collector current (IC) is 1 A.
- What is the peak collector current for short pulses? The peak collector current (ICM) for pulses up to 10 ms is 1.5 A.
- What is the transition frequency of the BCP54-10-TP? The transition frequency (fT) is 100 MHz.
- What package type does the BCP54-10-TP use? It uses the SOT-223 surface mount package.
- Is the BCP54-10-TP still in production? No, the BCP54-10-TP is obsolete and no longer manufactured.
- What are some potential substitutes for the BCP54-10-TP? Potential substitutes include the BCP56-16-TP.
- What is the total power dissipation of the BCP54-10-TP? The total power dissipation (Ptot) is 2 W at a temperature (TS) of up to 120°C.
- What is the junction temperature range of the BCP54-10-TP? The junction temperature (Tj) range is up to 150°C.
- What is the storage temperature range of the BCP54-10-TP? The storage temperature (Tstg) range is from -65°C to 150°C.
