Overview
The BC856ALT3 is a general-purpose PNP silicon transistor manufactured by onsemi. It is designed for low-power surface mount applications and is housed in the SOT-23 (TO-236) package. This transistor is part of the BC856 series, which includes various versions with different current gain and voltage ratings. The BC856ALT3 is AEC-Q101 qualified and PPAP capable, making it suitable for automotive and other applications requiring unique site and control change requirements. It is also Pb-free, halogen-free/BFR-free, and RoHS compliant.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -65 | V |
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -80 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -5.0 | V |
| Collector Current - Continuous | IC | -100 | mA |
| Collector Current - Peak (1 ms pulse) | ICM | -200 | mA |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 125 - 475 | - |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -0.3 - 0.65 | V |
| Base-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VBE(sat) | -0.7 - 0.9 | V |
| Operating Temperature | TJ | -55°C to 150°C | - |
| Transition Frequency | fT | 100 MHz | - |
Key Features
- AEC-Q101 qualified and PPAP capable, suitable for automotive and other applications requiring unique site and control change requirements.
- Pb-free, halogen-free/BFR-free, and RoHS compliant.
- Housed in the SOT-23 (TO-236) package, designed for low-power surface mount applications.
- High DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 125 to 475.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) and base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)).
- High transition frequency (fT) of 100 MHz.
Applications
- General-purpose amplifier applications.
- Automotive applications due to AEC-Q101 qualification and PPAP capability.
- Low-power surface mount applications in various electronic devices.
- Switching and linear circuits where high current gain and low saturation voltages are required).
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage rating (VCEO) of the BC856ALT3 transistor is -65 V.
- What is the maximum collector current for the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The maximum continuous collector current (IC) for the BC856ALT3 transistor is -100 mA, and the peak collector current (ICM) is -200 mA).
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) range for the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) for the BC856ALT3 transistor ranges from 125 to 475).
- What is the operating temperature range for the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The operating temperature range (TJ) for the BC856ALT3 transistor is -55°C to 150°C).
- Is the BC856ALT3 transistor RoHS compliant?
Yes, the BC856ALT3 transistor is Pb-free, halogen-free/BFR-free, and RoHS compliant).
- What package type is the BC856ALT3 transistor available in?
The BC856ALT3 transistor is housed in the SOT-23 (TO-236) package).
- What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The transition frequency (fT) of the BC856ALT3 transistor is 100 MHz).
- What are some typical applications for the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The BC856ALT3 transistor is typically used in general-purpose amplifier applications, automotive applications, and other low-power surface mount applications).
- Is the BC856ALT3 transistor suitable for automotive use?
Yes, the BC856ALT3 transistor is AEC-Q101 qualified and PPAP capable, making it suitable for automotive applications).
- What are the saturation voltages for the BC856ALT3 transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) ranges from -0.3 to -0.65 V, and the base-emitter saturation voltage (VBE(sat)) ranges from -0.7 to -0.9 V).
