Overview
The BC817-40W/ZL115 is an NPN general-purpose transistor produced 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 used in a wide range of applications across various industries, including automotive, industrial, power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearables.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | Channel type | Ptot (mW) | VCEO [max] (V) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) | fT [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC817-40W | SOT323 | SC-70 | 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 | NPN | 200 | 45 | 500 | 250 | 600 | 150 | 100 | N |
Key Features
- High current capability: Up to 500 mA.
- Three current gain selections available.
- General-purpose switching and amplification.
- Compact SOT323 (SC70) package for space-efficient designs.
- Maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of 45 V.
- Maximum junction temperature (TJ) of 150 °C.
Applications
The BC817-40W transistor is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Automotive systems: For general-purpose switching and amplification.
- Industrial control systems: For reliable and efficient operation in harsh environments.
- Consumer electronics: In devices such as audio amplifiers, power supplies, and other general-purpose circuits.
- Mobile and wearable devices: Due to its compact size and low power consumption.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC817-40W transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 45 V. - What is the maximum collector current (IC) of the BC817-40W transistor?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 500 mA. - What package type is the BC817-40W transistor available in?
The BC817-40W transistor is available in the SOT323 (SC70) package. - What are the dimensions of the SOT323 package?
The dimensions are 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 mm. - Is the BC817-40W transistor automotive qualified?
No, it is not automotive qualified. - What is the minimum current gain (hFE) of the BC817-40W transistor?
The minimum current gain (hFE) is 250. - What is the maximum junction temperature (TJ) of the BC817-40W transistor?
The maximum junction temperature (TJ) is 150 °C. - What is the PNP complement of the BC817-40W transistor?
The PNP complement is the BC807-40W. - Is the BC817-40W transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is RoHS compliant. - Where can I purchase the BC817-40W transistor?
You can purchase it from Nexperia’s official distributors or directly from Nexperia’s sales organization.
