Overview
The BC846A/SNVL is a 65 V, 100 mA NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is designed in a small SOT23 (TO236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for a variety of applications where space is limited. The BC846A is part of the BC846 series, which includes different gain selections, offering flexibility in design choices.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | 65 | V |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | 80 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | 6.0 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current | IC | 100 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | 200 | mA |
| Power Dissipation | PD | 310 | mW |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient | Rth(j-a) | 350 | K/W |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 110 - 180 | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | 90 - 250 | mV |
| Operating Temperature | TJ | -55 to 150 | °C |
| Package | - | SOT23 (TO236AB) | - |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion and surface mount technology.
- Complementary PNP types available (BC856A).
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- Halogen and antimony free, making it a 'green' device.
- High collector-emitter voltage and current capabilities.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage.
- Wide operating temperature range.
Applications
- General-purpose amplification.
- Switching applications.
- Audio amplification.
- Automotive and industrial applications.
- Power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearable devices.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC846A transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC846A transistor is 65 V.
- What is the maximum continuous collector current for the BC846A?
The maximum continuous collector current for the BC846A is 100 mA.
- What package type is the BC846A transistor available in?
The BC846A transistor is available in the SOT23 (TO236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package.
- Is the BC846A transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC846A transistor is totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the BC846A transistor?
The BC846A transistor is typically used in general-purpose amplification, switching applications, and audio amplification.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BC846A transistor?
The operating temperature range of the BC846A transistor is from -55°C to 150°C.
- Does the BC846A have a complementary PNP type?
Yes, the complementary PNP type for the BC846A is the BC856A.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC846A transistor?
The maximum power dissipation of the BC846A transistor is 310 mW.
- Is the BC846A transistor suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, the BC846A transistor is suitable for automotive applications, and an automotive-compliant part is available under a separate datasheet.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) range of the BC846A transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) range of the BC846A transistor is from 110 to 180.
