Overview
The BC847BW is an NPN general-purpose transistor produced by Nexperia. It is housed in a very small SOT323 (SC-70) Surface-Mounted Device (SMD) plastic package. This transistor is designed for low current and low voltage applications, making it suitable for a wide range of electronic designs.
The BC847BW is part of a family of general-purpose transistors that include PNP complements such as the BC857W. It is known for its compact size, low power consumption, and robust performance characteristics.
Key Specifications
| Type number | Package | VCEO [max] (V) | IC [max] (mA) | hFE [min] | hFE [max] | TJ [max] (°C) | fT [min] (MHz) | Automotive qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BC847BW | SOT323 (SC-70) | 45 | 100 | 200 | 450 | 150 | 100 | N |
Key Features
- Low current (max. 100 mA)
- Low voltage (max. 45 V)
- Compact SOT323 (SC-70) package
- High DC current gain (hFE) with a minimum of 200 and a maximum of 450
- High transition frequency (fT) of 100 MHz
- Maximum junction temperature of 150°C
- RoHS compliant and lead-free
Applications
The BC847BW is versatile and can be used in various applications across different industries, including:
- Automotive systems
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Mobile devices
- Wearables and IoT devices
- Power and computing systems
Q & A
- What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of the BC847BW?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 45 V.
- What is the maximum collector current (IC) of the BC847BW?
The maximum collector current (IC) is 100 mA.
- What is the DC current gain (hFE) range of the BC847BW?
The DC current gain (hFE) ranges from 200 to 450.
- What is the transition frequency (fT) of the BC847BW?
The transition frequency (fT) is 100 MHz.
- What is the maximum junction temperature (TJ) of the BC847BW?
The maximum junction temperature (TJ) is 150°C.
- Is the BC847BW RoHS compliant?
- What package type does the BC847BW use?
The BC847BW uses the SOT323 (SC-70) package.
- What are the PNP complements of the BC847BW?
The PNP complements of the BC847BW are BC857W, BC857AW, and BC857CW.
- Can the BC847BW be used in automotive applications?
No, the BC847BW is not automotive qualified.
- Where can I purchase the BC847BW?
The BC847BW can be purchased from various distributors such as Digi-Key, Mouser, and Nexperia's official website.
