Overview
The BC856BS is a 65 V, 100 mA PNP/PNP general-purpose transistor pair produced by Nexperia USA Inc. This component is designed in a very small Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, specifically the SOT363 (TSSOP6) package. It is part of Nexperia’s extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors, which are widely used in various electronic designs across different industries.
The BC856BS is closely matched in terms of current gain, reducing the number of components and board space required in applications. It is also characterized by low collector capacitance and low collector-emitter saturation voltage, making it suitable for general-purpose switching and amplification.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | Channel type | P tot (mW) | V CEO [max] (V) | I C [max] (mA) | h FE [min] | h FE [max] | T J [max] (°C) | f T [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC856BS | SOT363 | TSSOP6 | 2.1 x 1.25 x 0.95 | PNP | 200 | -65 | -100 | 200 | 450 | 150 | 100 | N |
Key Features
- Low collector capacitance: Reduces the impact of parasitic capacitance in high-frequency applications.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage: Minimizes power losses and improves efficiency.
- Closely matched current gain: Ensures consistent performance and reduces the need for additional matching components.
- Reduces number of components and board space: Compact SOT363 package makes it ideal for space-constrained designs.
- No mutual interference between the transistors: Internally isolated transistors prevent cross-talk and ensure reliable operation.
Applications
The BC856BS is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive: Suitable for automotive systems due to its robustness and reliability.
- Industrial: Used in industrial control systems, sensors, and actuators.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in mobile devices, wearables, and other consumer electronics for general-purpose switching and amplification.
- Power and Computing: Used in power management and computing systems where low power consumption and high efficiency are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (V CEO) of the BC856BS?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (V CEO) is -65 V.
- What is the maximum collector current (I C) of the BC856BS?
The maximum collector current (I C) is -100 mA.
- What is the package type of the BC856BS?
The BC856BS is packaged in a SOT363 (TSSOP6) package.
- Is the BC856BS automotive qualified?
No, the BC856BS is not automotive qualified, but there are automotive-qualified versions available in the series.
- What are the key features of the BC856BS?
The key features include low collector capacitance, low collector-emitter saturation voltage, closely matched current gain, and reduced board space.
- What are the typical applications of the BC856BS?
Typical applications include general-purpose switching and amplification in automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and power and computing systems.
- How does the BC856BS reduce component count and board space?
The BC856BS reduces component count and board space by providing a matched transistor pair in a single, compact SOT363 package.
- Is there any mutual interference between the transistors in the BC856BS?
No, the transistors in the BC856BS are internally isolated, preventing mutual interference.
- What is the maximum junction temperature (T J) of the BC856BS?
The maximum junction temperature (T J) is 150°C.
- What is the minimum transition frequency (f T) of the BC856BS?
The minimum transition frequency (f T) is 100 MHz.
