On semiconductor BC846 series Single BJT Transistors

Features and applications of BC846 series Single BJT Transistors

Small signal NPN bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) for general-purpose switching and amplifier applications are available in the On Semiconductor BC846 series. This article introduce its features and applications.

Applications

  • Lighting
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Technical Documents

Small signal NPN bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) for general-purpose switching and amplifier applications are available in the On Semiconductor BC846 series. These transistors are perfect for use in switch and low-power amplifier circuits because they have a low noise figure, high gain, and low saturation voltage. Since the BC846 series transistors come in the compact SOT-23 surface mount package, they can be used in applications with limited space. The BC846 series, which has a maximum collector current of 100mA and a maximum voltage rating of 65V, is a flexible and dependable option for a variety of general-purpose applications in the electronics sector.

 


Features

 

Low Noise: The BC846 series is suitable for use in low-noise amplifiers due to its low noise figure.

High Gain: These transistors can amplify signals with high fidelity thanks to their usual current gain (hFE), which ranges from 100 to 600.

Low VCE(sat): The BC846 series's usual saturation voltage is less than 0.4V, allowing the transistors to function with little power dissipation.

High Collector Current: These transistors are suited for usage in a variety of applications due to their high collector current of 100mA.

Low Leakage Current: The BC846 series' maximum leakage current is only a few nA, making it appropriate for use in low-power applications.

The BC846 series is offered in the tiny SOT-23 surface mount package, which is perfect for use in applications with limited space.

Overall, the BC846 series of transistors from On Semiconductor is a flexible and dependable option for a variety of general-purpose applications.

 


Applications


  • Sensors

  • Switches

  • Amplifiers

  • Oscillators

  • LED drivers

  • Voltage regulators

  • Power management

Overall, the transistors in the BC846 series provide a flexible and dependable option for a variety of applications in the electronics sector.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum collector current of transistors in the BC846 series?

The BC846 series' maximum collector current is 100mA.

What is the BC846 series transistors' usual current gain (hFE)?

The BC846 series' normal current gain ranges from 100 to 600.

What is the BC846 series transistors' maximum power dissipation?

The BC846 series can dissipate a maximum of 350mW of power.