Overview
The BCX53-16,146 is a high-performance PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BCX53 series, known for its medium power handling capabilities and versatility in various electronic applications. The BCX53-16,146 is housed in the SOT89 package, which offers excellent thermal and electrical performance due to its exposed heatsink.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Type | PNP Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) |
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCB) | 80 V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 80 V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEB) | 5 V |
| Collector Current (IC) | 1 A |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 500 mW |
| Gain Bandwidth Product (fT) | 145 MHz |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55°C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +150°C |
| Package | SOT89 |
Key Features
- High current handling capability of up to 1 A.
- High power dissipation capability of 500 mW.
- Exposed heatsink for excellent thermal and electrical performance.
- Three current gain selections available.
- High gain bandwidth product of 145 MHz.
- Rohs compliant.
Applications
The BCX53-16,146 transistor is suitable for a wide range of applications, including general-purpose switching and amplification, automotive systems, industrial control circuits, and consumer electronics. Its high current and power handling capabilities make it particularly useful in medium power applications where reliability and performance are critical.
Q & A
- What is the collector current rating of the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The collector current rating is 1 A. - What is the maximum operating temperature for the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The maximum operating temperature is +150°C. - What package type is the BCX53-16,146 transistor available in?
The transistor is available in the SOT89 package. - Is the BCX53-16,146 transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCX53-16,146 transistor is RoHS compliant. - What is the gain bandwidth product (fT) of the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The gain bandwidth product is 145 MHz. - What are the typical applications for the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The transistor is used in general-purpose switching and amplification, automotive systems, industrial control circuits, and consumer electronics. - What is the power dissipation capability of the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The power dissipation capability is 500 mW. - Does the BCX53-16,146 transistor have an exposed heatsink?
Yes, it has an exposed heatsink for improved thermal and electrical performance. - What is the minimum operating temperature for the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The minimum operating temperature is -55°C. - What is the collector-base voltage rating of the BCX53-16,146 transistor?
The collector-base voltage rating is 80 V.
