Overview
The BC859C,235 is a PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a SOT23 plastic package and is AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive and various industrial applications. It is part of Nexperia's extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors, known for their reliability and performance in low noise input stages of audio frequency equipment.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC859C | SOT23 | SOT23 | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 | 420 | 800 | 100 | BC849C | 100 | 4 | 30 | 250 | PNP |
Key Features
- AEC-Q101 Qualified: Suitable for automotive applications, ensuring high reliability and performance under stringent conditions.
- Low Noise: Ideal for low noise input stages of audio frequency equipment.
- Compact Package: SOT23 plastic package, making it suitable for space-constrained designs.
- Low Current and Voltage: Maximum current of 100 mA and maximum voltage of 30 V.
- High Gain: hFE range from 420 to 800, ensuring stable and reliable operation.
Applications
- Automotive Electronics: Suitable for various automotive applications due to its AEC-Q101 qualification.
- Industrial Electronics: Used in industrial control systems, power supplies, and other industrial equipment.
- Audio Equipment: Ideal for low noise input stages in audio frequency equipment.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in mobile, consumer, and wearable devices where low noise and reliability are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The BC859C,235 transistor is housed in a SOT23 plastic package.
- What is the maximum current rating of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The maximum current rating is 100 mA.
- What is the maximum voltage rating of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The maximum voltage rating is 30 V.
- Is the BC859C,235 transistor AEC-Q101 qualified?
- What are the typical applications of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The transistor is used in automotive electronics, industrial electronics, audio equipment, and consumer electronics.
- What is the noise figure of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The noise figure is a maximum of 4 dB.
- What is the gain (hFE) range of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The gain (hFE) range is from 420 to 800.
- What is the complement transistor for the BC859C,235?
The complement transistor is the BC849C.
- What is the maximum power dissipation of the BC859C,235 transistor?
The maximum power dissipation is 250 mW.
- How can I obtain samples of the BC859C,235 transistor?
Samples can be ordered via Nexperia's sales organization or through their network of global and regional distributors.
