BCW60B,235

Overview

The BCW60B,235 is an NPN general-purpose transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. housed in a SOT23 plastic surface-mounted package. It supports a maximum collector-base voltage of 32 V and a continuous DC collector current of 100 mA. The device features a minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 20 at IC = 10 μA and VCE = 5 V. Transition frequency reaches up to 250 MHz under standard test conditions.

Feature Summary

• NPN general-purpose switching and amplification capability
• Low voltage operation with high current handling
• SOT23 surface-mount packaging for compact designs

Applications

• General purpose switching
• Amplification circuits
• Signal processing

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix matches the required tape-and-reel quantity and manufacturing origin. Confirm that the component status remains active production rather than obsolete or limited availability. Ensure the datasheet version aligns with your design specifications before finalizing procurement orders.

Selection Notes

Select this component for low-voltage applications requiring moderate current drive within a small footprint. Compare hFE ranges against circuit requirements to ensure adequate gain margins. Consider thermal resistance limits when designing PCB layouts for optimal heat dissipation in dense assemblies.

Part Context

This part belongs to the BCW60 series of NPN transistors. The PNP complement is the BCW61 series. The '235' suffix typically indicates reel packaging, though verification against official Nexperia documentation is recommended to confirm exact packing details.

Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include other NPN transistors in SOT23 packages with similar voltage and current ratings. Verify pinout compatibility and electrical characteristics match before swapping components in existing designs.