Overview
The BD136-16 is a PNP silicon transistor manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is part of a family of epitaxial planar transistors designed for use in audio amplifiers and drivers, particularly in complementary or quasi-complementary circuits. The BD136-16 is the PNP counterpart to the NPN types BD135 and BD139, with its complementary PNP type being the BD140.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) | -45 | V |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) | -45 | V |
| Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) | -5 | V |
| Collector Current (IC) | -1.5 | A |
| Collector Peak Current (ICM) | -3 | A |
| Base Current (IB) | -0.5 | A |
| Total Dissipation at Tc ≤ 25 °C (PTOT) | 12.5 | W |
| Storage Temperature (Tstg) | -65 to 150 | °C |
| Max. Operating Junction Temperature (Tj) | 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Case (Rthj-case) | 10 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient (Rthj-amb) | 100 | °C/W |
| Package | SOT-32 | |
| Current Gain (hFE) | 100-250 |
Key Features
- Designed for audio amplifiers and drivers using complementary or quasi-complementary circuits.
- Mounted in SOT-32 plastic package.
- Pre-selected in DC current gain, ensuring consistent performance.
- ECOPACK® packages, which are lead-free and comply with JEDEC Standard JESD97.
- Wide operating temperature range from -65°C to 150°C.
Applications
- Audio amplifiers and drivers.
- General purpose applications requiring PNP transistors.
- Quasi-complementary circuits in various electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the BD136-16 transistor used for?
The BD136-16 is used in audio amplifiers and drivers, particularly in complementary or quasi-complementary circuits.
- What is the collector-emitter voltage rating of the BD136-16?
The collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) rating is -45 V.
- What is the maximum collector current of the BD136-16?
The maximum collector current (IC) is -1.5 A.
- What is the package type of the BD136-16?
The BD136-16 is packaged in a SOT-32 plastic package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the BD136-16?
The operating temperature range is from -65°C to 150°C.
- Is the BD136-16 RoHS compliant?
- What is the thermal resistance junction-case of the BD136-16?
The thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) is 10 °C/W.
- What is the current gain range of the BD136-16?
The current gain (hFE) range is from 100 to 250.
- Can the BD136-16 be used in military or life-critical applications?
No, the BD136-16 is not recommended for use in military, aircraft, space, life-saving, or life-sustaining applications.
- What is the storage temperature range for the BD136-16?
The storage temperature range is from -65°C to 150°C.
