Overview
The BCP52-16,115 is a PNP medium power bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is designed for high-performance applications and is particularly suited for use in automotive and industrial environments due to its robust specifications and compact packaging. The device is housed in a SOT-223 (SC-73) surface-mount package, which offers a small form factor, using about 75% less board space and allowing more design flexibility.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Type | PNP Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 60 V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 60 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) | 5 V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 1 A |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | 1 W |
| Transition Frequency (fT) | 145 MHz |
| Package Type | SOT-223 (SC-73) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -55°C to 150°C |
Key Features
- High collector current capability of 1 A.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage, enhancing efficiency in switching applications.
- Compact SOT-223 package, reducing board space by about 75% and increasing design flexibility.
- Automotive qualified, making it suitable for use in harsh automotive environments.
- High transition frequency of 145 MHz, suitable for high-frequency applications.
Applications
The BCP52-16,115 is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Automotive systems: Due to its automotive qualification, it is suitable for use in vehicle electronics such as power management, switching circuits, and amplifiers.
- Industrial control systems: Its robust specifications make it ideal for industrial control and automation systems.
- Power management: It can be used in power management circuits requiring high current handling and low saturation voltage.
- Audio and signal amplification: The high transition frequency makes it suitable for audio and signal amplification applications.
Q & A
- What is the collector current rating of the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
The collector current rating is 1 A. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BCP52-16,115?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 60 V. - What package type is used for the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
The transistor is housed in a SOT-223 (SC-73) surface-mount package. - Is the BCP52-16,115 transistor automotive qualified?
Yes, the BCP52-16,115 is automotive qualified. - What is the transition frequency of the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
The transition frequency is 145 MHz. - What is the power dissipation rating of the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
The power dissipation rating is 1 W. - What are the benefits of the SOT-223 package used in the BCP52-16,115?
The SOT-223 package reduces board space by about 75% and increases design flexibility. - What is the operating temperature range for the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
The operating temperature range is -55°C to 150°C. - What are some typical applications for the BCP52-16,115 transistor?
Typical applications include automotive systems, industrial control systems, power management, and audio and signal amplification. - Does the BCP52-16,115 have low collector-emitter saturation voltage?
Yes, the BCP52-16,115 has low collector-emitter saturation voltage, which enhances efficiency in switching applications.
