Overview
The BC859CW_R1_00001 is a PNP general-purpose transistor manufactured by Panjit International Inc. This transistor is part of the BC856 to BC859 series, known for their versatility and reliability in various electronic applications. The BC859CW is designed with an epitaxial silicon, planar structure, making it suitable for a wide range of general-purpose amplifier applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collector - Emitter Voltage | VCEO | -30 | V |
| Collector - Base Voltage | VCBO | -30 | V |
| Emitter - Base Voltage | VEBO | -5 | V |
| Collector Current - Continuous | IC | 100 mA | mA |
| Power Dissipation | PTOT | 250 mW | mW |
| Storage Temperature Range | TSTG | -55 to 150 | °C |
| Junction Temperature Range | TJ | -55 to 150 | °C |
| DC Current Gain (IC = -10 mA, VCE = -5 V) | hFE | 270 | |
| DC Current Gain (IC = -2.0 mA, VCE = -5 V) | hFE | 520 | |
| Collector - Emitter Saturation Voltage (IC = -10 mA, IB = -0.5 mA) | VCE(sat) | -0.3 | V |
| Base - Emitter Saturation Voltage (IC = -10 mA, IB = -0.5 mA) | VBE(sat) | -0.7 | V |
Key Features
- PNP epitaxial silicon, planar design
- General purpose amplifier applications
- Lead-free and compliant with EU RoHS 2011/65/EU directives
- Green molding compound as per IEC61249 Std. (Halogen Free)
- Complimentary (NPN) devices available: BC846AW/BC847AW/BC848AW/BC849BW Series
- SOT-323 (SC-70) package
- Solderable terminals per MIL-STD-750, Method 2026
Applications
The BC859CW transistor is suitable for a variety of general-purpose amplifier applications, including but not limited to:
- Audio amplifiers
- Switching circuits
- Driver stages
- General-purpose switching and amplification in electronic devices
Q & A
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC859CW transistor?
The collector-emitter voltage rating of the BC859CW transistor is -30 V.
- What is the maximum collector current for the BC859CW transistor?
The maximum collector current for the BC859CW transistor is 100 mA.
- What is the power dissipation rating of the BC859CW transistor?
The power dissipation rating of the BC859CW transistor is 250 mW.
- Is the BC859CW transistor lead-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the BC859CW transistor?
The BC859CW transistor is packaged in an SOT-323 (SC-70) case.
- What are the complimentary NPN devices for the BC859CW transistor?
The complimentary NPN devices for the BC859CW transistor include the BC846AW, BC847AW, BC848AW, and BC849BW series.
- What is the DC current gain of the BC859CW transistor at IC = -10 mA and VCE = -5 V?
The DC current gain of the BC859CW transistor at IC = -10 mA and VCE = -5 V is typically 270.
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BC859CW transistor?
The collector-emitter saturation voltage of the BC859CW transistor is typically -0.3 V at IC = -10 mA and IB = -0.5 mA.
- What are the storage and junction temperature ranges for the BC859CW transistor?
The storage and junction temperature ranges for the BC859CW transistor are -55 to 150°C.
- Are the terminals of the BC859CW transistor solderable?
