Overview
The BD136 is a medium power PNP transistor manufactured by ON Semiconductor. It is part of the BD136 series, which includes the BD138 and BD140. This transistor is known for its high collector current and is suitable for controlling heavy loads.
The BD136 is housed in a TO-126 package and is a Pb-free device, making it environmentally friendly. It is often used as a complement to the BD135, BD137, and BD139 NPN transistors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Max Unit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | -45 V | Maximum collector-base voltage |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -45 V | Maximum collector-emitter voltage |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | -5 V | Maximum emitter-base voltage |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | -1.5 A | Maximum continuous collector current |
| Collector Current (Pulse) | ICP | -3.0 A | Maximum pulsed collector current |
| Base Current | IB | -0.5 A | Maximum base current |
| DC Current Gain (hFE) | hFE | 40 to 250 | Typical DC current gain at different collector currents |
| Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage | VCE(sat) | -0.5 V | Saturation voltage at specified collector and base currents |
| Base-Emitter ON Voltage | VBE(on) | -1 V | Base-emitter voltage at specified collector current |
| Junction Temperature | TJ | 150 °C | Maximum junction temperature |
| Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | -55 to 150 °C | Storage temperature range |
Key Features
- Medium power PNP transistor
- High collector current of up to 1.5 A
- High DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 40 to 250
- Collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of 45 V
- Collector-base voltage (VCBO) of 45 V
- Emitter-base breakdown voltage (VEBO) of 5 V
- Available in TO-126 package
- Pb-free device
Applications
- Switching circuits
- Amplification circuits
- Audio amplifiers
- Load driver circuits
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector current of the BD136 transistor?
The maximum continuous collector current is 1.5 A, and the maximum pulsed collector current is 3.0 A.
- What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the BD136 transistor?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 40 to 250, depending on the collector current.
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BD136 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 45 V.
- What is the maximum base current (IB) of the BD136 transistor?
The maximum base current (IB) is 0.5 A.
- What is the junction temperature range of the BD136 transistor?
The junction temperature should not exceed 150 °C.
- What are the common applications of the BD136 transistor?
Common applications include switching circuits, amplification circuits, audio amplifiers, and load driver circuits.
- Is the BD136 transistor Pb-free?
- What package type is the BD136 transistor available in?
The BD136 transistor is available in the TO-126 package.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BD136 transistor?
The storage temperature range is -55 to 150 °C.
- Can the BD136 transistor be used in high-power applications?
The BD136 is a medium power transistor and can handle moderate to heavy loads, but it is not suited for very high-power applications).
