Overview
The BCX56-16,135 is an NPN medium power transistor produced by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is part of the BCX56 series and is housed in a SOT89 (SC-62) flat lead Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed to handle high collector current and power dissipation, making it suitable for a variety of applications in power management and electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Transistor Type | NPN | |
| Voltage (Vceo) | 80 | V |
| Collector Current (Ic) | 1 | A |
| Peak Collector Current (Icm) | 2 | A |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) @ Vce = 2V, Ic = 150mA | 100 - 250 | |
| Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic | 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA | V |
| Operating Temperature (Tj) | 150°C | °C |
| Power Dissipation (Pd) | 1.25 W | W |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | |
| Frequency (ft) | 180 MHz | MHz |
| Package | SOT-89 (TO-243AA) |
Key Features
- High collector current capability (IC and ICM)
- High power dissipation capability
- Three current gain selections
- AEC-Q101 qualified, ensuring reliability in automotive applications
- Surface Mount Device (SMD) in SOT89 package for compact design
Applications
- Linear voltage regulators
- MOSFET drivers
- Low-side switches
- Battery-driven devices
- Power management circuits
- Amplifiers
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vceo) of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vceo) is 80 V.
- What is the maximum collector current (Ic) of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The maximum collector current (Ic) is 1 A.
- What is the peak collector current (Icm) of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The peak collector current (Icm) is 2 A for a single pulse with tp ≤ 1 ms.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BCX56-16,135 transistor at Vce = 2V and Ic = 150mA?
The DC current gain (hFE) is between 100 and 250.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The operating temperature range is up to 150°C (Tj).
- What is the power dissipation capability of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The power dissipation capability is 1.25 W.
- What package type is the BCX56-16,135 transistor available in?
The transistor is available in a SOT-89 (TO-243AA) package.
- Is the BCX56-16,135 transistor AEC-Q101 qualified?
Yes, the BCX56-16,135 transistor is AEC-Q101 qualified.
- What are some common applications of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
Common applications include linear voltage regulators, MOSFET drivers, low-side switches, battery-driven devices, power management circuits, and amplifiers.
- What is the transition frequency (ft) of the BCX56-16,135 transistor?
The transition frequency (ft) is 180 MHz.
