Overview
The BCX51-10,115 is a PNP medium power transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BCX51 series and is packaged in a SOT89 Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed to offer high current, high power dissipation capability, and excellent thermal and electrical conductivity due to its exposed heatsink. The BCX51-10,115 is also AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive and other demanding applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type number | BCX51-10 |
| Polarity | PNP |
| Package | SOT89 |
| Size (mm) | 4.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 |
| Ptot (mW) | 500 |
| VCEO [max] (V) | -45 |
| IC [max] (mA) | -1000 |
| hFE [min] | 63 |
| hFE [max] | 160 |
| Automotive qualified | Yes (AEC-Q101) |
| Operating Temperature (TJ) (°C) | 150 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Power - Max (W) | 1.3 |
| Current - Collector (Ic) (Max) (A) | 1 |
| Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic (mV) | 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA |
| Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) (nA) | 100 |
| Frequency - Transition (MHz) | 145 |
Key Features
- High current capability
- Three current gain selections
- High power dissipation capability
- Exposed heatsink for excellent thermal and electrical conductivity
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications
Applications
- Linear voltage regulators
- High-side switches
- Battery-driven devices
- Power management
- MOSFET drivers
- Amplifiers
Q & A
- Q: What is the BCX51-10,115 transistor's polarity and maximum collector current?
A: The BCX51-10,115 is a PNP transistor with a maximum collector current of 1 A.
- Q: What is the maximum operating temperature of the BCX51-10,115?
A: The maximum operating temperature (TJ) is 150°C.
- Q: Is the BCX51-10,115 automotive qualified?
A: Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified.
- Q: What is the package type of the BCX51-10,115?
A: It is packaged in a SOT89 Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package.
- Q: What are the key applications of the BCX51-10,115 transistor?
A: Key applications include linear voltage regulators, high-side switches, battery-driven devices, power management, MOSFET drivers, and amplifiers.
- Q: What is the maximum power dissipation of the BCX51-10,115?
A: The maximum power dissipation is 1.3 W.
- Q: What is the Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic for the BCX51-10,115?
A: The Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic is 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA.
- Q: How does the exposed heatsink benefit the BCX51-10,115 transistor?
A: The exposed heatsink provides excellent thermal and electrical conductivity.
- Q: What is the frequency - transition for the BCX51-10,115 transistor?
A: The frequency - transition is 145 MHz.
- Q: What is the warranty period for the BCX51-10,115 from authorized distributors like Ovaga?
A: Ovaga offers a 1-year warranty on the BCX51-10,115.
