Overview
The BCX56-16T100 is an NPN medium power transistor produced by Rohm Semiconductor, part of the BCX56 series. This transistor is housed in a SOT89 (SC-62) flat lead Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. It is designed for high current and high power dissipation applications, making it suitable for various electronic systems that require robust and reliable transistor performance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | - | - | 100 | V | IC = 0, IE = 0 |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | - | - | 80 | V | IC = 10 mA, IB = 0 |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | - | - | 5 | V | IE = 10 mA, IC = 0 |
| Collector Current | IC | - | - | 1 A | - | - |
| Peak Collector Current | ICM | - | - | 1.5 A | - | - |
| Total Power Dissipation | Ptot | - | - | 1 W | - | Ta = 25°C |
| Junction Temperature | Tj | - | - | 150 °C | - | - |
| Transition Frequency | ft | - | - | 100 MHz | - | - |
| Forward Current Transfer Ratio (hFE) | hFE | 100 | - | - | - | - |
Key Features
- High current capability up to 1 A and peak collector current up to 1.5 A.
- High power dissipation capability with a total power dissipation of up to 1 W.
- Exposed heatsink for excellent thermal and electrical conductivity.
- Low collector-emitter saturation voltage (Vce(sat)) of 0.35 V (max) at Ic/Ib = 500 mA / 50 mA.
- Excellent DC current gain characteristics.
- AEC-Q101 qualified, making it suitable for automotive applications.
- Pb-free (RoHS compliant) package.
- Green molding compound as per IEC61249 standard.
Applications
- Automotive systems due to its AEC-Q101 qualification.
- Audio frequency (AF) driver and output stages.
- General-purpose amplifiers.
- Power switching and amplification in various electronic circuits.
- Industrial control systems requiring high current and power handling.
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 80 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 1 A, with a peak collector current (ICM) of 1.5 A.
- What is the junction temperature limit for the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 150 °C.
- Is the BCX56-16T100 transistor RoHS compliant?
- What is the transition frequency of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The transition frequency (ft) is 100 MHz.
- What are the key features of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The key features include high current capability, high power dissipation, low collector-emitter saturation voltage, and excellent DC current gain characteristics.
- What are the typical applications of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The transistor is typically used in automotive systems, AF driver and output stages, general-purpose amplifiers, and power switching applications.
- Is the BCX56-16T100 transistor suitable for automotive applications?
- What is the package type of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The transistor is packaged in a SOT89 (SC-62) flat lead Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package.
- What is the total power dissipation capability of the BCX56-16T100 transistor?
The total power dissipation (Ptot) is up to 1 W.
