Part Details for BC856B by Philips Semiconductors
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BC856B Information
BC856B by Philips Semiconductors is an Other Transistor.
Other Transistors are under the broader part category of Transistors.
A transistor is a small semiconductor device used to amplify, control, or create electrical signals. When selecting a transistor, factors such as voltage, current rating, gain, and power dissipation must be considered, with common types. Read more about Transistors on our Transistors part category page.
Price & Stock for BC856B
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Bristol Electronics | 89934 |
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Quest Components | 100 MA, 65 V, PNP, SI, SMALL SIGNAL TRANSISTOR | 10318 |
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$0.0138 / $0.0736 | Buy Now |
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Quest Components | 100 MA, 65 V, PNP, SI, SMALL SIGNAL TRANSISTOR | 2400 |
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$0.0351 / $0.1170 | Buy Now |
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Quest Components | 100 MA, 65 V, PNP, SI, SMALL SIGNAL TRANSISTOR | 1320 |
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$0.0276 / $0.1380 | Buy Now |
Part Details for BC856B
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BC856B
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| Rohs Code | Yes | |
| Part Life Cycle Code | Transferred | |
| Ihs Manufacturer | PHILIPS SEMICONDUCTORS | |
| Reach Compliance Code | unknown | |
| ECCN Code | EAR99 | |
| Collector Current-Max (IC) | 0.1 A | |
| Configuration | SINGLE | |
| DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) | 220 | |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | |
| Number of Elements | 1 | |
| Operating Temperature-Max | 150 °C | |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 | |
| Polarity/Channel Type | PNP | |
| Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) | 0.3 W | |
| Surface Mount | YES | |
| Terminal Finish | MATTE TIN | |
| Transition Frequency-Nom (fT) | 100 MHz |
BC856B Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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The maximum operating temperature range for the BC856B is -55°C to 150°C, although the typical operating range is -40°C to 85°C.
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Yes, the BC856B can be used as a switch, but it's not recommended due to its relatively low current gain (hFE) and high saturation voltage (VCE(sat)). It's better suited for amplifier applications.
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The choice of resistor values depends on the specific application and desired operating point. A general rule of thumb is to choose a base resistor (Rb) that limits the base current to 1/10th of the collector current, and a collector resistor (Rc) that sets the desired collector voltage.
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The BC856B has a transition frequency (fT) of around 100 MHz, making it suitable for low-to-medium frequency applications. However, it may not be the best choice for high-frequency applications (>100 MHz) due to its limited bandwidth and potential for oscillation.
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Yes, the BC856B can be used in a Darlington pair configuration to increase the current gain and improve the overall performance. However, this will also increase the saturation voltage and reduce the switching speed.