BC847A/SNVL

Overview

The BC847A/SNVL is a single NPN general-purpose bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. It is housed in an SOT-23 (TO-236AB) surface-mount plastic package. The device supports a maximum collector current of 100 mA and withstands a collector-emitter voltage of 45 V. It features three distinct gain selection groups to accommodate various circuit requirements. The component is designed for efficient switching and amplification applications within compact electronic designs.

Feature Summary

• Single NPN general-purpose transistor configuration
• Small SOT-23 surface-mount plastic package
• Three different gain selections available

Applications

• General-purpose switching
• Amplification circuits

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'SNVL' against official Nexperia documentation, as standard listings typically use suffixes like ',321'. Confirm the exact gain group and packaging details directly with the manufacturer or authorized distributors to ensure compatibility with design specifications.

Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring a compact NPN switch or amplifier. Ensure the required DC current gain falls within the specific range offered by the gain selection group. Verify that the SOT-23 footprint matches the PCB layout constraints.

Part Context

This part belongs to the BC847 series of NPN general-purpose transistors. It serves as the NPN counterpart to the BC857 PNP series. The family includes variants with different gain levels and packages, such as the BC847AW in SOT-323, providing flexibility for diverse low-power signal processing needs.

Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include the BC847B and BC847C from Nexperia, which share the same package but offer different gain characteristics. Other manufacturers producing equivalent 45V, 100mA NPN transistors in SOT-23 packages may also serve as functional replacements.