Overview
The BC850CW/ZL135 is an NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a small SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed for low current and low voltage applications, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic designs. The BC850CW is automotive qualified, ensuring its reliability and performance in demanding environments.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | fT [min] (MHz) | Complement | I C [max] (mA) | Noise figure [max] (dB) | VCEO [max] (V) | Ptot [max] (mW) | Polarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC850CW | SOT323 | SC-70 | 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 | 420 | 800 | 100 | BC860CW | 100 | 4 | 45 | 200 | NPN |
Key Features
- Low Current Capability: Maximum collector current of 100 mA.
- Low Voltage Operation: Maximum collector-emitter voltage of 45 V.
- High Current Gain: Minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 420 and maximum of 800.
- Transition Frequency: Minimum transition frequency (fT) of 100 MHz.
- Automotive Qualified: Suitable for use in automotive applications due to its reliability and performance.
- Small Package Size: SOT323 (SC-70) package, measuring 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 mm.
Applications
The BC850CW/ZL135 transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive: Suitable for automotive systems due to its automotive qualification.
- Industrial: Used in industrial control systems and automation.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in mobile, computing, and consumer electronic devices.
- General Purpose Switching and Amplification: Ideal for general-purpose switching and amplification circuits.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC850CW/ZL135 transistor?
The BC850CW/ZL135 transistor is housed in a SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. - What is the maximum collector current of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 45 V. - What is the minimum DC current gain (hFE) of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The minimum DC current gain (hFE) is 420. - What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The minimum transition frequency (fT) is 100 MHz. - Is the BC850CW/ZL135 automotive qualified?
Yes, the BC850CW/ZL135 is automotive qualified. - What is the size of the SOT323 package?
The SOT323 package measures 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 mm. - What is the PNP complement of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The PNP complement is the BC860CW. - What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC850CW/ZL135?
The maximum power dissipation is 200 mW. - What are some common applications of the BC850CW/ZL135?
Common applications include automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and general-purpose switching and amplification circuits.
