Overview
The BC817-16-QR is an NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BC817-Q series and is designed for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. It is packaged in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. The BC817-16-QR is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards, ensuring high reliability and performance in demanding environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transistor Type | NPN | - | - |
| Collector-Base Breakdown Voltage (BVCBO) | 50 | V | IC = 100µA |
| Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (BVCEO) | 45 | V | IC = 10mA |
| Emitter-Base Breakdown Voltage (BVEBO) | 5 | V | IE = 100µA |
| Collector-Emitter Cut-Off Current (ICES) | 100 nA | - | VCE = 45V, TJ = +150°C |
| Collector Current (Ic) (Max) | 500 mA | - | - |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce | 100 @ 100mA, 1V | - | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vce(SAT)) (Max) | 0.7 V | - | IC = 500mA, IB = 50mA |
| Operating Temperature (TJ) | 150°C | - | - |
| Frequency - Transition | 100 MHz | - | - |
| Package / Case | SOT23 (TO-236AB) | - | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | - | - |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion due to its SOT23 package.
- Epitaxial planar die construction for high performance.
- Complementary PNP types available (BC807 series).
- Suitable for switching and AF amplifier applications.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, classified as a 'Green' device.
- Qualified to AEC-Q101 standards for high reliability in automotive applications.
- High current gain with three current gain selections available.
Applications
- Automotive electronics: Suitable for various automotive applications due to its AEC-Q101 qualification.
- Industrial electronics: Used in industrial control systems, power supplies, and other industrial applications.
- Consumer electronics: Found in mobile devices, wearables, and other consumer electronic products.
- Switching and AF amplifier applications: Ideal for use in switching circuits and audio frequency amplifiers.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The maximum collector current (Ic) of the BC817-16-QR transistor is 500 mA.
- What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The collector-emitter breakdown voltage (BVCEO) of the BC817-16-QR transistor is 45 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The operating temperature (TJ) of the BC817-16-QR transistor is up to 150°C.
- Is the BC817-16-QR transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC817-16-QR transistor is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What package type is the BC817-16-QR transistor available in?
The BC817-16-QR transistor is available in the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
- What are the complementary PNP types for the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The complementary PNP types for the BC817-16-QR transistor are available in the BC807 series.
- Is the BC817-16-QR transistor suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the BC817-16-QR transistor is qualified to AEC-Q101 standards, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The maximum power dissipation of the BC817-16-QR transistor is 250 mW.
- What is the frequency-transition characteristic of the BC817-16-QR transistor?
The frequency-transition characteristic of the BC817-16-QR transistor is up to 100 MHz.
- Is the BC817-16-QR transistor halogen and antimony free?
Yes, the BC817-16-QR transistor is halogen and antimony free, classified as a 'Green' device.
