BC238A

$0.04

Description：TRANS NPN 25V 0.1A TO-92-3
Series：-

SKU:07d2a9128341 Category: Single Bipolar Transistors Brand: Fairchild Semiconductor

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Product introduction

BC238A is listed in the Single Bipolar Transistors range at ChipApex. The manufacturer field lists Fairchild Semiconductor. Its product description is TRANS NPN 25V 0.1A TO-92-3. Review the specifications below when checking this part for your BOM.

Single Bipolar Transistors specifications for BC238A

Description：TRANS NPN 25V 0.1A TO-92-3
Series：-
Mfr：Fairchild Semiconductor
Package：Bulk
Transistor Type：NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)：100 mA
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)：25 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic：600mV @ 5mA, 100mA
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)：15nA
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce：120 @ 2mA, 5V
Power - Max：500 mW
Frequency - Transition：250MHz
Operating Temperature：150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type：Through Hole
Package / Case：TO-226-3, TO-92-3 (TO-226AA)
Supplier Device Package：TO-92-3
Grade：-
Qualification：-

Single Bipolar Transistors datasheet and documents for BC238A

BC238A

Single Bipolar Transistors Overview

The BC238A is an NPN epitaxial silicon transistor manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor. It features a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 25 V and a maximum continuous collector current of 100 mA. The device operates with a transition frequency of 250 MHz and dissipates up to 500 mW of power. It utilizes a TO-92 package for through-hole mounting.

Single Bipolar Transistors Feature Summary

Epitaxial planar NPN construction
Low noise amplifier capability
General purpose switching applications

Single Bipolar Transistors Applications

Low noise amplification circuits
General purpose switching
Audio pre-amplifier stages

Single Bipolar Transistors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific manufacturer source, as Fairchild's semiconductor division is now part of ON Semiconductor. Confirm RoHS compliance status and check for obsolescence notices or lifecycle changes associated with the original Fairchild branding versus current production runs.

Single Bipolar Transistors Selection Notes

Select this component for low-noise general-purpose applications requiring moderate current handling. Ensure the design accommodates the 25 V voltage limit and 100 mA current constraint. Verify thermal management for the TO-92 package under expected load conditions.

Single Bipolar Transistors Part Context

This component belongs to the BC238 series of NPN transistors. It serves as a complement to PNP devices like the BC237. The series is widely used in consumer electronics and industrial control for signal amplification and switching tasks.