Overview
The BCP52 is a PNP medium power transistor designed for general purpose medium power amplifiers and switching circuits. It is capable of handling collector currents up to 1.0 A and is sourced from Process 78. Although the product is currently obsolete, it remains suitable for various applications due to its versatile characteristics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | Open base | - | - | -60 | V |
| Collector Current | IC | - | - | -1 | A | |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | Single pulse; tp ≤1 ms | - | - | -1.5 | A |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | VCE = -2 V; IC = -150 mA | 63 | - | 250 | - |
| Total Power Dissipation | Ptot | Tamb ≤25 °C | - | - | 0.65 | W |
| Junction Temperature | Tj | - | - | 150 | °C | |
| Ambient Temperature | Tamb | - | -65 | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- High current capability up to 1 A
- High power dissipation capability
- Two current gain selections (hFE: 63-250)
- Suitable for surface mount applications with SOT-223 package
Applications
- Linear voltage regulators
- High-side switches
- MOSFET drivers
- Amplifiers
Q & A
- What is the BCP52 transistor used for? The BCP52 is used for general purpose medium power amplifiers and switching circuits.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BCP52? The maximum collector current is 1 A.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BCP52? The maximum collector-emitter voltage is -60 V.
- What are the package types available for the BCP52? The BCP52 is available in SOT-223 (SC-73) package.
- Is the BCP52 still in production? No, the BCP52 is currently obsolete.
- What are the typical applications of the BCP52? Typical applications include linear voltage regulators, high-side switches, MOSFET drivers, and amplifiers.
- What is the junction temperature limit of the BCP52? The junction temperature limit is 150 °C.
- What is the total power dissipation capability of the BCP52? The total power dissipation capability is up to 0.65 W at ambient temperatures ≤25 °C.
- Does the BCP52 have different current gain selections? Yes, the BCP52 has two current gain selections: hFE of 63-250.
- What is the peak base current of the BCP52? The peak base current is -0.2 A for a single pulse with tp ≤1 ms.
