Overview
The BC846B/DG/B3,215 is a 65 V, 100 mA NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic applications. It is part of Nexperia’s extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors, which are known for their reliability and efficiency in various electronic designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | NPN General-Purpose Transistor |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| Maximum Collector Current (Ic) | 100 mA |
| Maximum Collector-Base Voltage (Vcbo) | 80 V |
| Maximum Emitter-Base Voltage (Vebo) | 6 V |
| Maximum Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 500 mW |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 100 MHz |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) @ Ic, Vce | 200 @ 2mA, 5V |
| Collector Cutoff Current (Icbo) | 100 nA |
| Base Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vbe(sat)) | 0.9 V |
| Collector Emitter Saturation Voltage (Vce(sat)) | 0.4 V |
| Dimensions | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150°C |
Key Features
- General-purpose switching and amplification capabilities.
- Two different gain selections available.
- Small SOT23 (TO-236AB) SMD plastic package for compact designs.
- High collector current of 100 mA and high collector-base voltage of 80 V.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage of 0.4 V.
- High maximum operating frequency of 100 MHz.
Applications
The BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems for general-purpose switching and amplification.
- Industrial control systems for reliable operation.
- Consumer electronics for compact and efficient designs.
- Mobile and wearable devices requiring low power consumption and high reliability.
- Power and computing applications where efficiency and robustness are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA. - What is the package type of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The package type is SOT23 (TO-236AB). - What is the maximum collector-base voltage of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The maximum collector-base voltage is 80 V. - What is the maximum operating frequency of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The maximum operating frequency is 100 MHz. - What are the dimensions of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The dimensions are 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm. - What is the junction temperature of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The junction temperature is 150°C. - What are the typical applications of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The transistor is used in automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, mobile, and wearable devices, as well as in power and computing applications. - Does the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor have a PNP complement?
Yes, the PNP complement is the BC856B transistor. - What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 200 @ 2mA, 5V. - Is the BC846B/DG/B3,215 transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the transistor is RoHS compliant.
