Overview
The PBSS5540ZF is a 40 V low VCEsat PNP transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. This transistor is housed in a SOT223 plastic package and is known for its low collector-emitter saturation voltage, high current capability, and improved device reliability due to reduced heat generation. It is qualified according to AEC-Q101, making it suitable for automotive applications. The PBSS5540ZF is part of Nexperia’s extensive portfolio of discrete semiconductor products, which are used in various industries including automotive, industrial, power, computing, and consumer electronics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | - | - | -40 | V |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | - | - | -5 | A |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | - | - | -10 | A |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | 250 | 350 | - | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCEsat | - | - | -375 | mV |
| Equivalent On-Resistance | RCEsat | - | 55 | 80 | mΩ |
| Total Power Dissipation | Ptot | - | - | 2 | W |
| Operating Ambient Temperature | Tamb | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCEsat)
- High current capability up to 5 A
- Improved device reliability due to reduced heat generation
- Qualified according to AEC-Q101 for automotive applications
- Housed in a SOT223 plastic package for good heat transfer
- Lead-free and RoHS compliant
Applications
- Supply line switching circuits
- Battery management applications
- DC/DC converter applications
- Strobe flash units
- Heavy duty battery powered equipment (motor and lamp drivers)
- MOSFET driver applications
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the PBSS5540ZF?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is -40 V.
- What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the PBSS5540ZF?
The typical DC current gain (hFE) is 350.
- What is the maximum collector current (IC) of the PBSS5540ZF?
The maximum collector current (IC) is -5 A.
- What is the package type of the PBSS5540ZF?
The package type is SOT223.
- Is the PBSS5540ZF qualified for automotive applications?
- What are the typical applications of the PBSS5540ZF?
Typical applications include supply line switching circuits, battery management, DC/DC converters, strobe flash units, heavy duty battery powered equipment, and MOSFET driver applications.
- What is the maximum total power dissipation (Ptot) of the PBSS5540ZF?
The maximum total power dissipation (Ptot) is 2 W.
- Is the PBSS5540ZF lead-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating ambient temperature range of the PBSS5540ZF?
The operating ambient temperature range is -65°C to 150°C.
- What is the equivalent on-resistance (RCEsat) of the PBSS5540ZF?
The typical equivalent on-resistance (RCEsat) is 55 mΩ, with a maximum of 80 mΩ.
