BC846BSHF

Overview

The BC846BSHF is a dual NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia, housed in the SOT363 (SC-88) surface-mount plastic package. It features two fully isolated internal transistors with a collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) of 65 V and a continuous collector current (IC) of 100 mA per element. The device offers a DC current gain (hFE) range of 290 to 600 at IC = 2 mA and VCE = 5 V. Key electrical parameters include a collector-base voltage (VCBO) of 80 V, an emitter-base voltage (VEBO) of 6 V, and a power dissipation (Pd) of 200 mW. The transition frequency (fT) is specified at 100 MHz, with a maximum operating temperature of +150 °C.

Feature Summary

• Dual NPN configuration with fully isolated internal elements within a compact SOT363 package
• High DC current gain selection (H suffix) providing a minimum hFE of 290 for sensitive amplification applications
• AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive electronics reliability standards

Applications

• Current mirror circuits requiring matched transistor characteristics
• Differential amplifier stages in signal processing
• General-purpose switching and amplification in consumer electronics

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'HSF' against official Nexperia documentation to confirm tape-and-reel packaging specifications and quantity per reel. Ensure the selected distributor provides traceability data consistent with AEC-Q101 qualification requirements for automotive-grade components.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a dual NPN solution with high current gain matching is required in a minimal footprint. The SOT363 package allows for space-constrained designs compared to standard single transistors. Verify that the 200 mW total power dissipation rating accommodates the thermal constraints of the target PCB layout.

Part Context

This part belongs to the BC846 series of general-purpose NPN transistors. The BS designation indicates the dual SOT363 package variant, while the H suffix specifies the high-gain binning. It serves as a drop-in replacement for other dual NPN transistors in similar packages, offering improved gain consistency for precision analog applications.

Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible alternatives include the BCM846BS from Nexperia. Engineers should verify that substitute parts maintain the same SOT363 footprint and meet the required hFE matching and isolation specifications for the specific circuit topology.