Overview
The BC846B, produced by Nexperia USA Inc., is a 65 V, 100 mA NPN general-purpose transistor. It is packaged in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. This transistor is designed for general-purpose switching and amplification applications, making it versatile for use in various electronic designs. With its compact size and robust specifications, it is suitable for a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearables.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Temperature (Tj) | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Compact SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, ideal for space-constrained designs.
- High collector-emitter voltage of 65 V and collector current of 100 mA.
- Low Vce saturation voltage of 600 mV @ 5 mA, 100 mA.
- High DC current gain (hFE) of 200 @ 2 mA, 5 V.
- Maximum power dissipation of 310 mW.
- Transition frequency of 300 MHz.
- Lead-free and halogen-free, compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations.
- Available in two different gain selections.
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 and automation.
- Power management and computing devices.
- Consumer electronics such as audio amplifiers and switching circuits.
- Mobile and wearable devices requiring compact and efficient components.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC846B transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 65 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC846B transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA.
- What is the package type of the BC846B transistor?
The BC846B transistor is packaged in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC846B transistor?
The transition frequency is 300 MHz.
- Is the BC846B transistor RoHS compliant?
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC846B transistor?
The maximum power dissipation is 310 mW.
- What are the typical applications of the BC846B transistor?
The BC846B transistor is used in general-purpose switching and amplification applications across various industries, including automotive, industrial, power management, and consumer electronics.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC846B transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 200 @ 2 mA, 5 V.
- What is the Vce saturation voltage of the BC846B transistor?
The Vce saturation voltage is 600 mV @ 5 mA, 100 mA.
- Is the BC846B transistor available in different gain selections?
