Overview
The BCP56-16 is a low power NPN transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is designed as a silicon epitaxial planar medium voltage transistor, making it suitable for various applications requiring medium voltage handling. The transistor is packaged in a SOT-223 plastic package, which is ideal for surface mounting circuits. It is also available in tape and reel packing, enhancing its usability in high-volume production environments. The BCP56-16 is compliant with the 2002/93/EC European Directive and is part of STMicroelectronics' ECOPACK® initiative, ensuring lead-free and environmentally friendly packaging.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Test Conditions | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage | VCBO | IE = 0 | - | - | 100 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage | VCEO | IB = 0 | - | - | 80 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage | VEBO | IC = 0 | - | - | 5 | V |
| Collector Current (DC) | IC | - | - | - | 1 | A |
| Collector Peak Current | ICM | tP < 5ms | - | - | 1.5 | A |
| Base Current | IB | - | - | - | 0.1 | A |
| Base Peak Current | IBM | tP < 5ms | - | - | 0.2 | A |
| Total Dissipation at Tamb = 25°C | Ptot | - | - | - | 1.6 | W |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient | Rthj-amb | - | - | - | 78 | °C/W |
| Storage Temperature | Tstg | - | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| Operating Junction Temperature | TJ | - | - | - | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Silicon epitaxial planar NPN medium voltage transistor
- SOT-223 plastic package for surface mounting circuits
- Available in tape and reel packing
- PNP complementary type is BCP53-16
- In compliance with the 2002/93/EC European Directive
- Lead-free and halogen-free packaging (ECOPACK®)
Applications
- Medium voltage load switch transistor
- Output stage for audio amplifier circuits
- Automotive post-voltage regulation
Q & A
- What is the collector-base voltage rating of the BCP56-16 transistor?
The collector-base voltage (VCBO) rating is 100 V.
- What is the maximum collector current for the BCP56-16 transistor?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 1 A, with a peak current (ICM) of 1.5 A for pulses less than 5 ms.
- What is the thermal resistance junction-ambient for the BCP56-16 transistor?
The thermal resistance junction-ambient (Rthj-amb) is 78 °C/W.
- Is the BCP56-16 transistor RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the BCP56-16 transistor?
- What are the typical applications of the BCP56-16 transistor?
- What is the PNP complementary type of the BCP56-16 transistor?
- What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage for the BCP56-16 transistor?
- What is the DC current gain of the BCP56-16 transistor?
- Is the BCP56-16 transistor available in tape and reel packing?
