Overview
The BC856A-Q is a 65 V, 100 mA PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia. This transistor is part of Nexperia's extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors, designed to meet the demands of various electronic applications. The BC856A-Q is housed in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type Number | BC856A-Q |
| Package | SOT23 (TO-236AB) |
| Collector Current (Ic) | 100 mA |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vceo) | 65 V |
| NPN Complement | BC846A-Q |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| AEC-Q101 Qualification | Yes |
Key Features
- Low current (max. 100 mA)
- Low voltage (max. 65 V)
- Qualified according to AEC-Q101, suitable for automotive applications
- General-purpose switching and amplification
- Small SOT23 (TO-236AB) package for compact designs
Applications
The BC856A-Q transistor is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive: Suitable for use in automotive systems due to its AEC-Q101 qualification.
- Industrial: Used in general-purpose switching and amplification circuits.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in mobile, computing, and consumer devices.
- Power and Computing: Used in power management and computing systems.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC856A-Q transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC856A-Q transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 65 V. - In what package is the BC856A-Q transistor available?
The BC856A-Q transistor is available in the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package. - Is the BC856A-Q transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856A-Q transistor is RoHS compliant. - Is the BC856A-Q transistor qualified for automotive applications?
Yes, it is qualified according to AEC-Q101. - What is the NPN complement of the BC856A-Q transistor?
The NPN complement is the BC846A-Q transistor. - Where can I purchase the BC856A-Q transistor?
You can purchase it from Nexperia's official distributors or directly through Nexperia's sales organization. - Can I use the BC856A-Q transistor in industrial applications?
Yes, it is suitable for general-purpose switching and amplification in industrial applications. - How can I get technical support for the BC856A-Q transistor?
You can contact Nexperia's technical support team through their website. - Are there evaluation boards available for the BC856A-Q transistor?
Yes, Nexperia offers comprehensive evaluation boards to test the performance of their transistors.
