Overview
The BD13616STU is a PNP epitaxial silicon transistor produced by onsemi. It is part of the BD136 series, which includes the BD136, BD138, and BD140 models. This transistor is designed to be a complement to the BD135, BD137, and BD139 series, respectively. The BD13616STU is a Pb-free device, making it environmentally friendly and compliant with current regulations.
This transistor is housed in a TO-126 package and is available in various shipping configurations, including tubes and bulk boxes. It is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its robust electrical and thermal characteristics.
Key Specifications
| Rating | Symbol | Max Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | V | -45 |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | V | -45 |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | V | -5 |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | A | -1.5 |
| Collector Current (Pulse) | ICP | A | -3.0 |
| Base Current | IB | A | -0.5 |
| Collector Dissipation | PC | W | 12.5 |
| Collector Dissipation (TA = 25°C) | PC | W | 1.25 |
| Junction Temperature | TJ | °C | 150 |
| Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | °C | -55 to 150 |
| DC Current Gain (hFE1) | hFE1 | 25 (Min), 100 (Typ), 250 (Max) | |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | V | -0.5 |
| Base-Emitter ON Voltage | VBE(on) | V | -1 |
Key Features
- Pb-free Device: Compliant with environmental regulations, making it suitable for modern electronic designs.
- High Current Handling: Capable of handling collector currents up to 1.5 A (DC) and 3.0 A (pulse).
- Robust Voltage Ratings: Collector-base voltage up to -45 V, collector-emitter voltage up to -45 V, and emitter-base voltage up to -5 V.
- High Junction Temperature: Can operate up to a junction temperature of 150°C.
- Wide Storage Temperature Range: Storage temperature range from -55°C to 150°C.
- TO-126 Package: Standard package that is widely used and recognized in the industry.
Applications
- General Purpose Amplification: Suitable for various amplification tasks in electronic circuits.
- Switching Circuits: Can be used in switching applications due to its high current handling and low saturation voltage.
- Power Supplies: Used in power supply circuits for voltage regulation and current limiting.
- Audio and Video Equipment: Applicable in audio and video amplifiers and other consumer electronics.
- Automotive Electronics: Can be used in automotive systems due to its robust thermal and electrical characteristics.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current for the BD13616STU?
The maximum collector current (DC) is -1.5 A, and the maximum collector current (pulse) is -3.0 A.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for this transistor?
The maximum junction temperature is 150°C.
- Is the BD13616STU Pb-free?
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage for this transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage (VCE(sat)) is -0.5 V.
- What is the base-emitter ON voltage for this transistor?
The base-emitter ON voltage (VBE(on)) is -1 V.
- What are the typical applications of the BD13616STU?
It is used in general purpose amplification, switching circuits, power supplies, audio and video equipment, and automotive electronics.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BD13616STU?
The storage temperature range is from -55°C to 150°C.
- What package type does the BD13616STU come in?
The BD13616STU comes in a TO-126 package.
- What is the maximum collector dissipation for this transistor?
The maximum collector dissipation is 12.5 W, and at TA = 25°C, it is 1.25 W.
- Is the BD13616STU suitable for use in life support systems or medical devices?
No, the BD13616STU is not designed, intended, or authorized for use as a critical component in life support systems or any FDA Class 3 medical devices.
