BC338-16

$0.05

Description：TRANS NPN 25V 0.8A TO-92
Series：-

SKU:08fadbaf3b9b Category: Single Bipolar Transistors Brand: Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation

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Product introduction

BC338-16 is listed in the Single Bipolar Transistors range at ChipApex. The manufacturer field lists Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation. Its product description is TRANS NPN 25V 0.8A TO-92. Review the specifications below when checking this part for your BOM.

Single Bipolar Transistors specifications for BC338-16

Description：TRANS NPN 25V 0.8A TO-92
Series：-
Mfr：Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation
Package：Tape & Box (TB)
Transistor Type：NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)：800 mA
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)：25 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic：700mV @ 50mA, 500mA
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)：100nA (ICBO)
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce：100 @ 100mA, 5V
Power - Max：625 mW
Frequency - Transition：100MHz
Operating Temperature：-55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type：Through Hole
Package / Case：TO-226-3, TO-92-3 (TO-226AA)
Supplier Device Package：TO-92
Grade：-
Qualification：-

Single Bipolar Transistors datasheet and documents for BC338-16

BC338-16

Single Bipolar Transistors Overview

The BC338-16 is an NPN silicon epitaxial planar transistor designed for general-purpose switching and audio frequency amplifier applications. It features a maximum collector current of 800 mA, a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 45 V, and a total power dissipation of 625 mW. The device belongs to the -16 gain group, providing a DC current gain (hFE) range of 100 to 250 at VCE=5V and IC=100mA. It utilizes a TO-92 plastic package with matte tin-plated leads.

Single Bipolar Transistors Feature Summary

High current capability suitable for switching loads up to 800 mA
Defined DC current gain grouping for consistent amplification performance
RoHS compliant construction with halogen-free green compound packaging
Robust thermal handling with high-temperature soldering guarantees

Single Bipolar Transistors Applications

General-purpose signal switching circuits
Audio frequency (AF) amplifier stages
Driver transistor applications in low-power systems

Single Bipolar Transistors Procurement Notes

Verify that the component matches the specific -16 gain binning requirement, as this variant offers distinct hFE characteristics compared to -25 or -40 groups. Confirm the presence of the 'G' prefix on the date code and suffix on the packing code to ensure compliance with RoHS and halogen-free specifications. Ensure the TO-92 package orientation aligns with the intended PCB footprint design.

Single Bipolar Transistors Selection Notes

Select the BC338-16 when a moderate current gain between 100 and 250 is required for stable biasing in amplifier designs. This part is appropriate for applications needing higher current handling than standard small-signal transistors but operating within the 45 V collector-emitter voltage limit. Consider the complementary BC328-16 for push-pull configurations requiring matched gain characteristics.

Single Bipolar Transistors Part Context

This component is part of the BC337/BC338 series manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Corporation. The series includes variants differentiated by their DC current gain bins (-16, -25, -40). The BC338 specifically denotes the NPN polarity with an 800 mA collector current rating, distinguishing it from the lower-current BC337 counterpart.

Single Bipolar Transistors Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include the BC338-25 and BC338-40, provided the circuit tolerates different DC current gain ranges. Other generic NPN transistors with similar ratings (800 mA, 45 V, TO-92) may be used if electrical parameters are verified against the datasheet requirements.