Overview
The BCV61A,215 is an NPN general-purpose double transistor produced by Nexperia (formerly part of NXP Semiconductors). This component is housed in a small SOT143B surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed for applications requiring matched pairs of transistors, making it suitable for various electronic circuits where temperature-independent operation is crucial.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | Open emitter | - | - | 30 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | Open base | - | - | 30 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | VCE = 0 V | - | - | 6 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | - | - | - | 100 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current (ICM) | - | - | - | 200 | mA |
| Peak Base Current (IBM) | - | - | - | 200 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | Tamb ≤ 25 °C | - | - | 250 | mW |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | - | - | - | 150 | °C |
| Ambient Temperature (Tamb) | - | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature (Tstg) | - | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | VCE = 5 V; IC = 2 mA | 110 | - | 800 | - |
Key Features
- Low current capability (maximum 100 mA)
- Low voltage operation (maximum 30 V)
- Matched pairs for precise current matching
- Small SOT143B surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package
- Temperature-independent operation, making it suitable for applications where working points are independent of temperature
Applications
- Current mirrors and other circuits requiring matched transistor pairs
- Applications with working points independent of temperature
- General-purpose switching and amplification in electronic circuits
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BCV61A,215 transistor?
The maximum collector current is 100 mA. - What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for this transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 30 V. - What is the package type of the BCV61A,215?
The package type is SOT143B. - What is the DC current gain (hFE) range for the BCV61A,215?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 110 to 800. - What are the typical applications of the BCV61A,215 transistor?
Typical applications include current mirrors and other circuits requiring matched transistor pairs, as well as general-purpose switching and amplification. - Is the BCV61A,215 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BCV61A,215 is RoHS compliant and lead-free. - What is the junction temperature limit for the BCV61A,215?
The junction temperature limit is 150 °C. - What is the total power dissipation limit for the BCV61A,215 at ambient temperatures up to 25 °C?
The total power dissipation limit is 250 mW. - How many leads does the BCV61A,215 have?
The BCV61A,215 has 4 leads. - What is the emitter-base voltage limit for the BCV61A,215?
The emitter-base voltage limit is 6 V.
