Overview
The BC817K-40HR is an NPN general-purpose transistor produced by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BC817K 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.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package | Channel type | Ptot (mW) | VCEO [max] (V) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC817K-40HR | SOT23 | NPN | 775.0 | 45.0 | 500.0 | 250.0 | 600.0 | 150 |
Key Features
- AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- High power dissipation capability.
- Three current gain selections available in the BC817K series.
- General-purpose switching and amplification capabilities.
- Compact SOT23 package for space-efficient designs.
Applications
The BC817K-40HR transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems for general-purpose switching and amplification.
- Industrial control systems.
- Consumer electronics for power management and signal amplification.
- Power and computing applications requiring reliable and efficient transistor performance.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The maximum collector current is 500 mA. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 45 V. - What package type is used for the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The transistor is packaged in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. - Is the BC817K-40HR transistor AEC-Q101 qualified?
Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications. - What are the typical applications of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
It is used in general-purpose switching and amplification in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. - What is the maximum junction temperature (TJ) of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C. - What is the minimum current gain (hFE) of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The minimum current gain is 250. - What is the maximum current gain (hFE) of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The maximum current gain is 600. - Where can I purchase the BC817K-40HR transistor?
You can purchase it from various distributors such as Digi-Key, Mouser Electronics, and Arrow Electronics. - What is the power dissipation capability of the BC817K-40HR transistor?
The transistor has a high power dissipation capability of up to 775 mW.
