Overview
The BC817-25W,135 is an NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a very small SOT323 (SC70) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for compact and efficient electronic designs. It is part of Nexperia’s extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors, which are widely used across various industries including automotive, industrial, power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearables.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Type | NPN general-purpose transistor | |
| Package | SOT323 (SC70) | |
| Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max) | 45 | V |
| Current - Collector (Max) | 500 | mA |
| Power Dissipation (Max) | 200 | mW |
| Operating Temperature (TJ Max) | 150 | °C |
| Transition Frequency (Min) | 100 | MHz |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce | 160 @ 100mA, 1V | |
| Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic | 700mV @ 50mA, 500mA | |
| Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) | 100nA (ICBO) |
Key Features
- Compact Package: The BC817-25W,135 is packaged in a small SOT323 (SC70) SMD plastic package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.
- High Current Capability: It can handle a maximum collector current of 500 mA.
- Multiple Current Gain Selections: Available with different current gain (hFE) values, providing flexibility in design.
- General-Purpose Switching and Amplification: Suitable for both switching and amplification applications.
- Automotive Qualified: Meets automotive standards, ensuring reliability in harsh environments.
Applications
The BC817-25W,135 transistor is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, including:
- Automotive Systems: Suitable for use in automotive electronics due to its automotive qualification.
- Industrial Control Systems: Used in various industrial control and automation systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in consumer electronic devices such as audio equipment, home appliances, and mobile devices.
- Power Management: Used in power management circuits for efficient power handling.
- General-Purpose Electronics: Ideal for general-purpose switching and amplification in electronic circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
The maximum collector current is 500 mA.
- What is the maximum voltage - collector emitter breakdown for the BC817-25W,135?
The maximum voltage - collector emitter breakdown is 45 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
The operating temperature range is up to 150°C (TJ Max).
- What is the transition frequency of the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
The transition frequency is a minimum of 100 MHz.
- Is the BC817-25W,135 transistor automotive qualified?
- What package type is the BC817-25W,135 transistor available in?
The transistor is available in the SOT323 (SC70) SMD plastic package.
- What are the typical applications of the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
It is used in automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, power management, and general-purpose electronics.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) is a minimum of 160 at 100mA and 1V.
- How much power can the BC817-25W,135 transistor dissipate?
The maximum power dissipation is 200 mW.
- Where can I purchase the BC817-25W,135 transistor?
You can purchase it from official distributors listed on Nexperia’s website or through other electronic component distributors.
