Overview
The BC846B/SNVL 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 applications where space is limited. The BC846B series is known for its high reliability and performance in various electronic designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 80 V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 65 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) | 6 V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 100 mA |
| Maximum Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 500 mW |
| Maximum Operating Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Package Type | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Dimensions | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm |
| Maximum Junction Temperature (TJ) | 150°C |
Key Features
- General-purpose switching and amplification capabilities.
- High collector current of 100 mA and collector-emitter voltage of 65 V.
- Small SOT23 (TO-236AB) package for compact designs.
- Two different gain selections available.
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications (for the BC846B-Q variant).
- RoHS compliant and suitable for reflow and wave soldering.
Applications
The BC846B/SNVL transistor is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems (especially the BC846B-Q variant).
- Industrial control systems.
- Consumer electronics.
- Mobile and wearable devices.
- Power and computing systems.
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage of the BC846B/SNVL transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCE) is 65 V. - What is the maximum collector current of the BC846B/SNVL transistor?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 100 mA. - What package type is used for the BC846B/SNVL transistor?
The transistor is housed in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) package. - Is the BC846B/SNVL transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC846B/SNVL transistor is RoHS compliant. - What are the dimensions of the BC846B/SNVL transistor package?
The dimensions are 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 mm. - What is the maximum junction temperature for the BC846B/SNVL transistor?
The maximum junction temperature (TJ) is 150°C. - Is the BC846B/SNVL transistor suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, especially the BC846B-Q variant which is AEC-Q101 qualified. - Can the BC846B/SNVL transistor be used for both switching and amplification?
Yes, it is suitable for both general-purpose switching and amplification. - What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC846B/SNVL transistor?
The maximum power dissipation (Ptot) is 500 mW. - How many gain selections are available for the BC846B series?
Two different gain selections are available.
