Overview
The PMBS3906,235 is a 40 V, 100 mA PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia. This transistor is housed in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package, making it suitable for a wide range of applications where space is limited. The PMBS3906 is the PNP complement to the PMBS3904 NPN transistor.
Nexperia, formerly part of NXP, is a leading provider of discrete and MOSFET technologies, and this transistor is part of their extensive portfolio of bipolar transistors. The PMBS3906 is designed for general-purpose switching and amplification, offering a balance of performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package version | Package name | Size (mm) | Channel type | P tot (mW) | V CEO [max] (V) | I C [max] (mA) | h FE [min] | h FE [max] | T J [max] (°C) | f T [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PMBS3906 | SOT23 | SOT23 | 2.9 x 1.3 x 1 | PNP | 250.0 | -40.0 | -100.0 | 100.0 | 300.0 | 150 | 150.0 | N |
Key Features
- 40 V collector-emitter voltage (V CEO)
- 100 mA collector current capability
- Small SOT23 (TO-236AB) SMD plastic package
- General-purpose switching and amplification
- High current gain (h FE) with a minimum of 100 and a maximum of 300
- Maximum junction temperature of 150°C
- Frequency transition of 150 MHz
Applications
The PMBS3906,235 transistor is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- General-purpose switching and amplification circuits
- Automotive systems (though not automotive qualified for this specific part)
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Power management and load switching
- LED lighting and backlight units
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the PMBS3906,235?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (V CEO) is 40 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the PMBS3906,235?
The maximum collector current (I C) is 100 mA.
- What package type is the PMBS3906,235 available in?
The PMBS3906,235 is available in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package.
- What are the typical applications of the PMBS3906,235?
Typical applications include general-purpose switching and amplification, automotive systems, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, power management, and LED lighting.
- Is the PMBS3906,235 automotive qualified?
No, the PMBS3906,235 is not automotive qualified.
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the PMBS3906,235?
The maximum junction temperature (T J) is 150°C.
- What is the frequency transition of the PMBS3906,235?
The frequency transition (f T) is 150 MHz.
- What is the current gain (h FE) range of the PMBS3906,235?
The current gain (h FE) ranges from 100 to 300.
- Is the PMBS3906,235 RoHS compliant?
- Where can I purchase the PMBS3906,235?
You can purchase the PMBS3906,235 from Nexperia's official distributors or through online electronic component retailers.
