Overview
The BC846B/DG/B3,235 is a general-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BC846 series and is designed for a wide range of applications requiring general-purpose switching and amplification. Although the specific part number BC846B/DG/B3,235 is listed as obsolete, the BC846B series remains widely used and available in various configurations.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Type | NPN |
| Current - Collector (Ic) (Max) | 100 mA |
| Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max) | 65 V |
| Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic | 600 mV @ 5 mA, 100 mA |
| Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) | 15 nA (ICBO) |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce | 200 @ 2 mA, 5 V |
| Power - Max | 310 mW |
| Frequency - Transition | 300 MHz |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Dimensions | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm |
| Maximum Junction Temperature | 150°C |
Key Features
- General-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor suitable for switching and amplification applications.
- Small SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package.
- Two different gain selections available.
- High collector-emitter voltage (Vceo) of 65 V and collector current (Ic) of 100 mA.
- Low Vce saturation voltage, making it efficient for low-voltage applications.
- High transition frequency of 300 MHz, suitable for high-frequency applications.
Applications
The BC846B 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 requiring reliable and efficient transistor performance.
- Consumer electronics such as audio amplifiers, switching circuits, and other general-purpose applications.
- Mobile and wearable devices where small package size and low power consumption are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the BC846B transistor? The BC846B is a general-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC846B transistor? The maximum collector current (Ic) is 100 mA.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC846B transistor? The maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vceo) is 65 V.
- What package type does the BC846B transistor use? The BC846B transistor uses the SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC846B transistor? The transition frequency is 300 MHz.
- Is the BC846B/DG/B3,235 part number still in production? No, the BC846B/DG/B3,235 part number is listed as obsolete, but other configurations of the BC846B series are still available.
- What are the dimensions of the BC846B transistor package? The dimensions are 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm.
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the BC846B transistor? The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- What are some typical applications of the BC846B transistor? Typical applications include automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and mobile/wearable devices.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC846B transistor? The DC current gain (hFE) is a minimum of 200 at 2 mA and 5 V.
