Overview
The BC846BW/ZL115 is a small signal bipolar transistor manufactured by NXP USA Inc. This NPN general-purpose transistor is housed in a very small SOT323 (SC-70) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including switching and audio frequency (AF) amplifier uses. The transistor is known for its high reliability, efficiency, and compliance with various industry standards such as RoHS and automotive qualifications.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | - | SOT323 (SC-70) | - |
| Channel Type | - | NPN | - |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | VCEO | 65 | V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) | IC | 100 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current (ICM) | ICM | 200 | mA |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 200 - 450 | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage (VCE(sat)) | VCE(sat) | 90 - 250 mV | mV |
| Power Dissipation (PD) | PD | 200 | mW |
| Operating and Storage Temperature Range | TJ, TSTG | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Ambient (RθJA) | RθJA | 625 | °C/W |
Key Features
- Ideally suited for automatic insertion and surface-mount assembly.
- Complementary PNP types: BC856W–BC858W.
- Totally lead-free and fully RoHS compliant, halogen and antimony free, making it a 'green' device.
- High DC current gain (hFE) with a range of 200 to 450.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)).
- High thermal stability and reliability).
Applications
The BC846BW/ZL115 transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- General-purpose switching and amplification).
- Audio frequency (AF) amplifier applications).
- Automotive applications requiring specific change control and qualifications such as AEC-Q100/101/104/200).
- Industrial, power, computing, consumer, mobile, and wearable electronics).
Q & A
- What is the package type of the BC846BW/ZL115 transistor?
The BC846BW/ZL115 transistor is housed in a SOT323 (SC-70) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package.
- What are the continuous and peak collector current ratings of the BC846BW/ZL115?
The continuous collector current is 100 mA, and the peak collector current is 200 mA).
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) range of the BC846BW/ZL115?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 200 to 450).
- Is the BC846BW/ZL115 RoHS compliant?
- What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the BC846BW/ZL115?
- Can the BC846BW/ZL115 be used in automotive applications?
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) of the BC846BW/ZL115?
CE(sat)) ranges from 90 to 250 mV). - What is the power dissipation (PD) of the BC846BW/ZL115?
D) is 200 mW). - Is the BC846BW/ZL115 suitable for surface-mount assembly?
- What are the complementary PNP types for the BC846BW/ZL115?
