BC846A-TP

Overview

The BC846A-TP is a single NPN silicon bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Micro Commercial Components. It features a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 65 V and a continuous collector current of 100 mA. The device operates within a temperature range of -55°C to +150°C and dissipates up to 225 mW of power. Key electrical parameters include a minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 110 at 2 mA and 5 V, a transition frequency of 100 MHz, and a collector-base breakdown voltage of 80 V.

Feature Summary

• High DC current gain for efficient signal amplification
• Low collector-emitter saturation voltage for reduced power loss
• Wide operating temperature range suitable for diverse environments

Applications

• General-purpose signal amplification circuits
• Switching applications in low-power electronics
• Driver stages for small-signal processing

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'A' to confirm the 65V rating and hFE binning, as variations exist within the BC846 family. Ensure the SOT-23 package matches the design footprint. Confirm RoHS compliance status through official MCC documentation prior to integration.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a 65V NPN transistor with moderate current handling is required. Compare against BC846AW for SOT-323 packaging or BC846AM3 for SOT-723 if space constraints differ. Validate that the 100mA limit meets the circuit's peak current demands.

Part Context

This part belongs to the BC846 series of small-signal NPN transistors from Micro Commercial Components. It is designed for general-purpose use in consumer and industrial electronics. The 'TP' suffix typically denotes tape and reel or cut tape packaging options available from distributors.

Replacement Considerations

BC846AW-TP (SOT-323 package), BC846AM3-TP (SOT-723 package). Verify pinout compatibility and thermal dissipation capabilities before substitution.