Overview
The BAV99 is a high-speed switching diode produced by Nexperia USA Inc. This component is encapsulated in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for automated insertion and general-purpose switching applications. The BAV99 is known for its fast switching speed, low capacitance, and low leakage current, making it a versatile choice for various electronic designs.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage | VRM | 100 | V |
| Peak Repetitive Reverse Voltage | VRRM | 75 | V |
| Forward Continuous Current | IFM | 300 | mA |
| Non-Repetitive Peak Forward Surge Current | IFSM | 2.0 A @ t = 1.0µs | A |
| Forward Voltage | VF | 0.715 - 1.25 | V @ IF = 1.0mA to 150mA |
| Reverse Current | IR | 2.5 - 50 | µA @ VR = 75V |
| Total Capacitance | CT | 2.0 | pF @ VR = 0, f = 1.0MHz |
| Reverse-Recovery Time | trr | 4.0 | ns |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) | ||
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -55 to +150 | °C |
Key Features
- High switching speed: trr ≤ 4 ns
- Low capacitance: Cd ≤ 1.5 pF
- Low leakage current
- Reverse voltage: VR ≤ 100 V
- Small SMD plastic packages (SOT23)
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant
- Halogen and antimony free, making it a “green” device
- Ideal for general-purpose switching applications
Applications
The BAV99 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- General-purpose switching
- Automotive applications (specific models like BAV99Q are AEC-Q101 qualified)
- Industrial and power applications
- Consumer and mobile electronics
- Wearables and computing devices
Q & A
- What is the maximum reverse voltage of the BAV99? The maximum reverse voltage (VRM) is 100 V.
- What is the forward continuous current rating of the BAV99? The forward continuous current (IFM) is 300 mA.
- What is the reverse-recovery time of the BAV99? The reverse-recovery time (trr) is ≤ 4 ns.
- Is the BAV99 RoHS compliant? Yes, the BAV99 is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What package type is the BAV99 available in? The BAV99 is available in the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
- What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the BAV99? The operating and storage temperature ranges are -55 to +150 °C.
- Is the BAV99 suitable for automotive applications? Yes, specific models like the BAV99Q are AEC-Q101 qualified and suitable for automotive applications.
- What is the maximum forward surge current of the BAV99? The non-repetitive peak forward surge current (IFSM) is 2.0 A @ t = 1.0µs.
- What is the typical forward voltage of the BAV99? The forward voltage (VF) ranges from 0.715 to 1.25 V depending on the current.
- Is the BAV99 halogen and antimony free? Yes, the BAV99 is halogen and antimony free, making it a “green” device.
