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The BCX38A APM TIN/LEAD is a PNP Darlington transistor manufactured by Central Semiconductor Corp. It features a through-hole mounting style and utilizes an Ammo Pack (APM) tin/lead termination finish. The device is classified as a small-signal bipolar junction transistor (BJT) designed for general-purpose amplifier and switch applications. Key electrical characteristics include a collector-emitter voltage of 60V, a collector-base voltage of 80V, and an emitter-base voltage of 10V. The maximum DC collector current is rated at 500mA with a power dissipation capacity of 625mW.
Verify the specific suffix designation to confirm the tin/lead plating requirement, as this affects compliance with lead-free regulations. Confirm availability status directly with the manufacturer or authorized distributors, as inventory levels for legacy components may vary. Ensure the Ammo Pack packaging format aligns with your assembly equipment capabilities before finalizing orders.
Select this component when a PNP Darlington transistor is required for moderate voltage applications up to 60V. The 500mA current rating makes it suitable for driving loads that exceed the capability of single-transistor small-signal devices. Verify that the thermal management requirements for 625mW dissipation are met within the target enclosure design.
This part belongs to the broader category of Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) produced by Central Semiconductor Corp. It serves as a discrete semiconductor solution for analog and digital control circuits. The tin/lead finish indicates a specific material composition often used in applications requiring solderability or where lead-free mandates do not apply.
Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Engineers should consult official datasheets for pin-compatible alternatives from other manufacturers if supply constraints arise.