Overview
The BCW60D,235 is an NPN general-purpose bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a small SOT23 Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for a variety of applications where space is limited. The BCW60D is designed for low current and low voltage operations, with a maximum collector current of 100 mA and a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 32 V. It is AEC-Q101 qualified, ensuring its reliability in automotive and other demanding environments.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCW60D | SOT23 | SOT23 | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 | NPN | 250 | 32 | 100 | 380 | 630 | 150 | 100 | Yes |
Key Features
- Low Current and Voltage: Maximum collector current of 100 mA and maximum collector-emitter voltage of 32 V.
- Compact Package: SOT23 surface-mounted package, ideal for space-constrained designs.
- AEC-Q101 Qualified: Suitable for automotive and other high-reliability applications.
- High DC Current Gain: Minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 380 and maximum of 630.
- High Transition Frequency: Minimum transition frequency of 100 MHz.
- Lead-Free and RoHS Compliant: Environmentally friendly and compliant with RoHS regulations.
Applications
The BCW60D,235 transistor is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, including:
- General Purpose Switching and Amplification: Suitable for various switching and amplification circuits.
- Automotive Systems: AEC-Q101 qualification makes it reliable for use in automotive electronics.
- Industrial and Consumer Electronics: Can be used in industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and other general-purpose electronic designs.
- Power and Computing Systems: Applicable in power management and computing systems where low current and voltage operations are required.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 32 V.
- What package type does the BCW60D,235 transistor use?
The transistor is housed in a SOT23 surface-mounted package.
- Is the BCW60D,235 transistor AEC-Q101 qualified?
Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- What is the minimum DC current gain (hFE) of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
The minimum DC current gain (hFE) is 380.
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- What is the transition frequency of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
The minimum transition frequency is 100 MHz.
- Is the BCW60D,235 transistor lead-free and RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is lead-free and RoHS compliant.
- Where can I purchase the BCW60D,235 transistor?
You can purchase it from various distributors such as Arrow, Avnet, Digi-Key, Mouser Electronics, and others listed on Nexperia's website.
- What are some common applications of the BCW60D,235 transistor?
It is used in general-purpose switching and amplification, automotive systems, industrial and consumer electronics, and power and computing systems.
