Overview
The BC847A/SNVL is an NPN general-purpose bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is designed for small signal applications and is packaged in a compact SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. It is widely used in various electronic circuits for switching and amplification purposes.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Type | NPN |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce) | 45 V |
| Continuous Collector Current (Ic) | 100 mA |
| Base Current (Ib) | 5 mA (maximum) |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | 420 (minimum) @ 2 mA, 5 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (Vbe) | 6 V |
| Vce Saturation | 400 mV @ 5 mA, 100 mA |
| Collector Cutoff Current (Icbo) | 15 nA |
| Transition Frequency | 100 MHz |
| Maximum Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150°C |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| PNP Complement | BC857A |
| RoHS / REACH Compliance | Yes |
Key Features
General-Purpose Transistor: Suitable for a wide range of small signal applications.
Compact Package: SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, ideal for space-constrained designs.
High DC Current Gain: hFE of 420 (minimum) at 2 mA and 5 V, ensuring good amplification.
Low Vce Saturation: 400 mV at 5 mA and 100 mA, reducing power consumption.
Automotive Qualified: Meets AEC-Q101 standards, making it reliable for automotive applications.
RoHS and REACH Compliant: Environmentally friendly and compliant with regulatory standards.
Applications
Switching Circuits: Used to control low current loads such as LEDs, solenoids, and pumps.
Amplifier Circuits: Suitable for Class B amplifier designs and push-pull circuits.
Automotive Systems: Qualified for use in automotive applications due to its AEC-Q101 certification.
Industrial and Consumer Electronics: Finds applications in various industrial and consumer electronic devices requiring small signal amplification and switching.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vce) of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vce) is 45 V.
- What is the continuous collector current (Ic) of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The continuous collector current (Ic) is 100 mA.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 420 (minimum) at 2 mA and 5 V.
- What is the maximum base current (Ib) of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The maximum base current (Ib) is 5 mA.
- What is the emitter-base voltage (Vbe) of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The emitter-base voltage (Vbe) is 6 V.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The transition frequency is 100 MHz.
- Is the BC847A/SNVL transistor RoHS and REACH compliant?
Yes, the BC847A/SNVL transistor is RoHS and REACH compliant.
- What is the PNP complement of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
The PNP complement is the BC857A transistor.
- What are some common applications of the BC847A/SNVL transistor?
Common applications include switching circuits, amplifier circuits, automotive systems, and various industrial and consumer electronic devices.
- What package type is the BC847A/SNVL transistor available in?
The BC847A/SNVL transistor is available in the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package.
