Overview
The BC856W/ZL115 is a PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by NXP USA Inc., now part of Nexperia. This transistor is designed for low current and low voltage applications, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic designs. It is packaged in a small SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package, which is ideal for space-constrained designs.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package | VCEO [max] (V) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) | fT [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC856W | SOT323 (SC-70) | 65 | 100 | 125 | 475 | 150 | 100 | No |
Key Features
- PNP general-purpose transistor
- Low current (max. 100 mA) and low voltage (max. 65 V) capabilities
- Small SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package
- Suitable for general-purpose switching and amplification
- High current gain (hFE) range from 125 to 475
- Maximum junction temperature of 150°C
- Minimum transition frequency of 100 MHz
Applications
The BC856W/ZL115 transistor is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems (though not automotive qualified)
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Mobile devices
- Wearables
- General-purpose switching and amplification circuits
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 65 V. - What package type is used for the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The transistor is packaged in a SOT323 (SC-70) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. - What is the minimum current gain (hFE) of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The minimum current gain is 125. - What is the maximum junction temperature of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C. - Is the BC856W/ZL115 transistor automotive qualified?
No, it is not automotive qualified. - What is the minimum transition frequency of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The minimum transition frequency is 100 MHz. - What are some common applications of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
Common applications include general-purpose switching and amplification, automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. - Where can I purchase the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
You can purchase it from various distributors such as Digi-Key, Mouser, and directly from Nexperia’s sales organization or their network of global and regional distributors. - What is the NPN complement of the BC856W/ZL115 transistor?
The NPN complement is the BC846W transistor.
