NXP BC847W NPN General Purpose Transistor

The NXP BC847W is a high-quality NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) that is part of the industry-standard SOT-323 surface-mounted device package. This general-purpose transistor is designed to cater to a wide range of applications in electronics, offering a compact solution for amplification and switching tasks.

Key Features:

• Type: NPN
• Package: SOT-323 (SC-70)
• Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vceo): 45V
• Collector Current (Ic): 100mA
• Power Dissipation (Pd): 250mW
• DC Current Gain (hFE): 200 to 600 at 2mA Ic
• Transition Frequency (fT): 100MHz
• Operating Temperature Range: -65°C to +150°C

The BC847W is a versatile component that is used in a variety of electronic circuits. Its small SOT-323 package makes it an ideal choice for space-constrained applications. Despite its size, it has a robust design that allows it to handle a collector current of up to 100mA and a collector-emitter voltage of up to 45V, making it suitable for driving medium power loads.

With a high current gain (hFE) that ranges from 200 to 600 at 2mA Ic, the BC847W ensures efficient current amplification, which is essential for applications requiring signal amplification. The transition frequency of 100MHz allows the transistor to perform well in high-frequency operations, a characteristic that is particularly important for RF and other high-speed signal processing applications.

The operating temperature range of -65°C to +150°C ensures that the BC847W remains functional under extreme conditions, making it a reliable choice for industrial and automotive applications where temperatures can vary significantly.

Whether you are designing an amplifier, a switch, or any other circuit that requires a reliable NPN transistor, the NXP BC847W is an excellent choice. Its balance of performance, size, and power handling capability makes it a staple in the toolbox of electronics designers and hobbyists alike.