Overview
The BC847C_R1_00001 is an NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Panjit International Inc. This transistor is part of the BC847 series, which are general-purpose NPN transistors designed for various applications including switching and audio frequency (AF) amplifier uses. The BC847C is housed in a small SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package, making it ideal for compact and efficient designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (Vcb) | 50 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce) | 45 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (Veb) | 6 | V |
| Collector Current (Ic max) | 100 | mA |
| Peak Collector Current (Icm) | 200 | mA |
| Total Power Dissipation (Ptot) | 250 | mW |
| Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 | °C |
| Transition Frequency (ft) | >100 | MHz |
| Collector Capacitance (Cc) | 2.5 | pF |
| Forward Current Transfer Ratio (hFE min) | 125 |
Key Features
- High Current Gain: The BC847C has a high current gain, making it suitable for amplifier applications.
- Low Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage: This feature reduces the voltage drop across the transistor when it is in saturation, improving efficiency.
- Low Noise: The transistor exhibits low noise characteristics between 30 Hz and 15 kHz, which is beneficial for audio frequency applications.
- Complementary Types: The BC847C has complementary PNP types such as BC857, BC858, and BC860.
- Pb-free (RoHS Compliant) Package: The SOT23 package is lead-free and compliant with RoHS standards.
- Ideally Suited for Automatic Insertion: The transistor is designed for easy integration into automated assembly processes.
Applications
- AF Input Stages and Driver Applications: The BC847C is well-suited for use in audio frequency input stages and driver circuits due to its low noise and high current gain.
- Switching Applications: The transistor can be used in various switching applications where its high current gain and low saturation voltage are advantageous.
- General Purpose Amplifier Circuits: It is versatile and can be used in a wide range of general-purpose amplifier circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC847C transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vce) of the BC847C transistor is 45 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC847C transistor?
The maximum collector current (Ic max) of the BC847C transistor is 100 mA.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC847C transistor?
The transition frequency (ft) of the BC847C transistor is greater than 100 MHz.
- What is the package type of the BC847C transistor?
The BC847C transistor is housed in a SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mounted device (SMD) plastic package.
- Is the BC847C transistor RoHS compliant?
- What are the complementary PNP types of the BC847C transistor?
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the BC847C transistor?
- What is the total power dissipation of the BC847C transistor?
- What are some typical applications of the BC847C transistor?
- Does the BC847C transistor have low noise characteristics?
