Overview
The BC817-16W,135 is an NPN general-purpose transistor produced by Nexperia, a company that was previously part of NXP Semiconductors. This transistor is housed in a very small SOT323 (SC-70) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for space-constrained designs. It is designed for general-purpose switching and amplification applications.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | Channel type | Ptot (mW) | VCEO [max] (V) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) | fT [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC817-16W | SOT323 | SC-70 | 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 | NPN | 200 | 45 | 500 | 100 | 250 | 150 | 100 | N |
Key Features
- High current capability: Up to 500 mA.
- Three current gain selections: hFE of 100, 160, and 250.
- Compact SOT323 (SC-70) package: Ideal for space-constrained designs.
- High voltage rating: VCEO of 45 V.
- PNP complement: BC807-16W.
- Automotive and industrial applications: Though not automotive qualified, it is suitable for various industrial and consumer applications.
Applications
- General-purpose switching and amplification.
- Automotive systems (though not automotive qualified, it can be used in less stringent automotive applications).
- Industrial control systems.
- Consumer electronics.
- Power management and load switching.
- LED lighting and backlight units.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC817-16W transistor?
The maximum collector current is 500 mA.
- What is the package type of the BC817-16W transistor?
The transistor is housed in a SOT323 (SC-70) package.
- What is the maximum voltage rating (VCEO) of the BC817-16W transistor?
The maximum voltage rating is 45 V.
- What are the current gain (hFE) ranges for the BC817-16W transistor?
The current gain ranges from 100 to 250.
- Is the BC817-16W transistor automotive qualified?
No, the BC817-16W transistor is not automotive qualified.
- What is the PNP complement of the BC817-16W transistor?
The PNP complement is the BC807-16W transistor.
- What are the dimensions of the SOT323 package?
The dimensions are 2 x 1.25 x 0.95 mm.
- What is the maximum junction temperature (TJ) of the BC817-16W transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- What is the minimum transition frequency (fT) of the BC817-16W transistor?
The minimum transition frequency is 100 MHz.
- Is the BC817-16W transistor RoHS compliant?
