2PD601AR,115

Single Bipolar Transistors Overview

The 2PD601AR,115 is an NPN general-purpose bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Nexperia. It features a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 50 V and a continuous DC collector current of 100 mA. The device operates in the SOT346 (SC-59) surface-mount package with a total power dissipation of 250 mW at 25 °C ambient temperature. Key electrical characteristics include a transition frequency of 100 MHz and a DC current gain group R rating of 210 to 340 at IC = 2 mA and VCE = 10 V. The component supports a junction temperature up to 150 °C.

Single Bipolar Transistors Feature Summary

• General-purpose switching and amplification capabilities
• Low collector-emitter saturation voltage for efficient operation
• Available in small plastic surface-mounted packages

Single Bipolar Transistors Applications

• General purpose switching circuits
• Amplification applications

Single Bipolar Transistors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's latest documentation to confirm the exact package type and manufacturing origin. Confirm that the component status remains active for production use. Ensure compatibility with standard reflow soldering processes as specified in the thermal characteristics section of the datasheet.

Single Bipolar Transistors Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-voltage NPN transistor with moderate current handling is required. The 'R' designation indicates a specific DC current gain range suitable for standard logic interfacing. Consider the SOT346 package dimensions for PCB layout constraints. Verify thermal resistance requirements against the application's ambient temperature conditions.

Single Bipolar Transistors Part Context

This part belongs to the 2PD601A series of NPN general-purpose transistors. The series includes variants with different current gain groups (Q, R, S) and package options such as SOT323 and SOT346. The product line has been transferred from NXP Semiconductors to Nexperia, which continues to supply these discrete semiconductor devices for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

Single Bipolar Transistors Replacement Considerations

Compatible replacements within the same series include 2PD601AQ and 2PD601AS, provided the specific DC current gain requirements align with their respective Q or S groups. Other package variants like 2PD601ARW are functionally equivalent but utilize the SOT323 footprint.