Overview
The BCX56-16TF is a medium power NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is designed for surface mount applications and is packaged in a SOT89 (SC-62) flat lead Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. It is part of the automotive series and is qualified to the AEC-Q101 standard, ensuring its reliability and performance in demanding automotive environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transistor Type | NPN |
| Package / Case | SOT89 (TO-243AA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -65°C to 150°C (TJ) |
| Frequency - Transition | 155 MHz |
| Power - Max | 500 mW |
| Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic | 500 mV @ 50 mA, 500 mA |
| Current - Collector (Ic) (Max) | 1 A |
| Current - Collector Cutoff (Max) | 100 nA (ICBO) |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce | 100 @ 150 mA, 2 V |
| Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max) | 80 V |
Key Features
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications, ensuring high reliability and performance.
- High DC current gain (hFE) of 100 @ 150 mA, 2 V.
- Low Vce saturation of 500 mV @ 50 mA, 500 mA.
- High transition frequency of 155 MHz.
- Surface mount SOT89 package for compact and efficient design.
- Lead-free and RoHS compliant.
Applications
The BCX56-16TF is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Automotive systems: Due to its AEC-Q101 qualification, it is ideal for use in automotive electronics such as power management, switching, and amplification.
- Industrial control: It can be used in industrial control systems for high-reliability switching and amplification tasks.
- Consumer electronics: It is also applicable in consumer electronics where medium power and high reliability are required.
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BCX56-16TF transistor?
The BCX56-16TF transistor is packaged in a SOT89 (TO-243AA) surface mount package. - What is the maximum operating temperature of the BCX56-16TF?
The maximum operating temperature (TJ) is 150°C. - What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BCX56-16TF?
The DC current gain (hFE) is 100 @ 150 mA, 2 V. - Is the BCX56-16TF RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCX56-16TF is lead-free and RoHS compliant. - What is the maximum collector current (Ic) of the BCX56-16TF?
The maximum collector current (Ic) is 1 A. - What is the transition frequency of the BCX56-16TF?
The transition frequency is 155 MHz. - What is the Vce saturation voltage of the BCX56-16TF?
The Vce saturation voltage is 500 mV @ 50 mA, 500 mA. - Is the BCX56-16TF suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it is AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications. - What is the maximum power dissipation of the BCX56-16TF?
The maximum power dissipation is 500 mW. - What is the collector-emitter breakdown voltage of the BCX56-16TF?
The collector-emitter breakdown voltage is 80 V.
