Overview
The BC856AW,115 is a PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a small SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for a wide range of applications where space is limited. It is designed for low current (up to 100 mA) and low voltage (up to 65 V) operations, making it ideal for general-purpose switching and amplification tasks.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | Channel type | Ptot (mW) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) | fT [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC856AW | SOT323 | SC-70 | 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 | PNP | 200 | 100 | 125 | 250 | 150 | 100 | No |
Key Features
- Low Current and Voltage: Maximum current of 100 mA and maximum voltage of 65 V.
- Compact Package: SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package.
- General-Purpose Use: Suitable for switching and amplification applications.
- High Current Gain: Minimum current gain (hFE) of 125 and maximum of 250.
- High Junction Temperature: Maximum junction temperature of 150°C.
Applications
The BC856AW,115 transistor is versatile and can be used in various industries and applications, including:
- Automotive: Though not AEC-Q101 qualified, it can be used in non-automotive qualified contexts within the automotive sector.
- Industrial: Suitable for industrial control systems and automation.
- Consumer Electronics: Used in mobile, computing, and consumer electronic devices.
- General Electronics: Ideal for general-purpose switching and amplification in electronic circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum current rating of the BC856AW,115 transistor?
The maximum current rating is 100 mA. - What is the maximum voltage rating of the BC856AW,115 transistor?
The maximum voltage rating is 65 V. - What package type does the BC856AW,115 transistor use?
The transistor is housed in a SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. - What is the minimum current gain (hFE) of the BC856AW,115 transistor?
The minimum current gain is 125. - What is the maximum junction temperature of the BC856AW,115 transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C. - Is the BC856AW,115 transistor AEC-Q101 qualified?
No, the BC856AW,115 is not AEC-Q101 qualified, but there is a qualified version available as BC856AW-Q. - What are the typical applications of the BC856AW,115 transistor?
General-purpose switching and amplification in various electronic circuits. - How can I purchase the BC856AW,115 transistor?
You can purchase it from official distributors or directly from Nexperia through their sales organization. - What is the NPN complement of the BC856AW transistor?
The NPN complement is the BC846AW transistor. - Is the BC856AW,115 transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856AW,115 is RoHS compliant.
