Nexperia BC856B,215 PNP Transistor SOT-23

The Nexperia BC856B,215 is a PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) with a maximum collector-emitter voltage of -65V, supplied in a compact SOT-23 surface-mount package.

Overview

Designed for low-current, low-voltage applications, this general-purpose transistor provides essential switching and amplification functions for a wide range of electronic circuits. It offers a DC current gain (hFE) of 220, supporting efficient signal amplification, and a transition frequency of 100MHz, which makes it suitable for moderate-speed applications.

Key Features

• General-Purpose Design: Suitable for a broad range of analogue and digital circuits where switching or signal amplification is required.
• Surface-Mount Package: The SOT-23 (3-pin) package is designed for automated assembly and saves board space in compact electronic designs.
• Complementary Pairing: As a PNP type, it complements NPN types such as the BC847, enabling complementary push-pull output stages and symmetrical circuit designs.
• Operating Temperature: Rated for operation up to 150°C.

Electrical Ratings

• Maximum collector-emitter voltage (Vceo): -65V
• Continuous collector current (Ic): -100mA
• Power dissipation (Pd): 250mW
• DC current gain (hFE): 220
• Transition frequency (fT): 100MHz

Physical Details

The component uses a SOT-23 (3-pin) surface-mount package with a mounting type of Surface Mount. The listed dimensions are Width 3.3, Depth 1.5 and Height 4.3, and the weight is 0.033 g.

Choose the Nexperia BC856B,215 when a compact PNP transistor for low-current, low-voltage switching or amplification in SOT-23 surface-mount designs is required.