Overview
The BC859BMTF is a PNP epitaxial silicon transistor manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor, now integrated into ON Semiconductor. This transistor is part of the BC856-BC860 series, known for its general-purpose amplifier and switching applications. It is packaged in a SOT-23-3 surface mount format, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Collector-Base Voltage (Vcb) | 30 | V |
| Maximum Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vce) | 30 | V |
| Maximum Emitter-Base Voltage (Veb) | 5 | V |
| Maximum Collector Current (Ic max) | 0.1 | A |
| Maximum Collector Power Dissipation (Pc) | 0.2 | W |
| Transition Frequency (ft) | 150 MHz | |
| Collector Capacitance (Cc) | 6 pF | |
| Forward Current Transfer Ratio (hFE), MIN | 290 | |
| Maximum Operating Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 °C | |
| Package | SOT-23 |
Key Features
- Low noise characteristics, particularly between 30 Hz and 15 kHz.
- High current gain and low collector-emitter saturation voltage, making it suitable for amplifier and switching applications.
- Complementary types available (BC846-BC850 series for NPN transistors).
- Pb-free and RoHS compliant, ensuring environmental sustainability.
- Moisture sensitivity level: 1, and ESD rating human body model: >4000 V, machine model: >400 V.
Applications
The BC859BMTF transistor is ideal for various electronic circuits, including:
- General-purpose amplifier applications.
- Switching circuits.
- AF input stages and driver applications.
- Automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics where medium power dissipation is required.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC859BMTF transistor? The maximum collector-emitter voltage is 30 V.
- What is the package type of the BC859BMTF transistor? The transistor is packaged in a SOT-23-3 surface mount format.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BC859BMTF transistor? The maximum collector current is 0.1 A.
- Is the BC859BMTF transistor RoHS compliant? Yes, the transistor is Pb-free and RoHS compliant.
- What is the transition frequency of the BC859BMTF transistor? The transition frequency is 150 MHz.
- What are the typical applications of the BC859BMTF transistor? It is used in general-purpose amplifier applications, switching circuits, AF input stages, and driver applications.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the BC859BMTF transistor? The maximum operating junction temperature is 150 °C.
- Does the BC859BMTF transistor have low noise characteristics? Yes, it has low noise characteristics, especially between 30 Hz and 15 kHz.
- What is the forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of the BC859BMTF transistor? The minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) is 290.
- Is the BC859BMTF transistor suitable for automatic insertion in thick and thin-film circuits? Yes, it is suitable for automatic insertion in both thick and thin-film circuits.
