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NXP Semiconductors 2PB710AQ,115
- Part No.:
- 2PB710AQ,115
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
2PB710AQ,115.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 50V 0.5A SMT3 MPAK
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Product details
Overview
2PB710AQ,115 from Nexperia is a PNP general purpose bipolar junction transistor in SC-59 (SOT346) package, rated for −50 V VCEO, −500 mA IC, and 250 mW Ptot; it delivers hFE = 85–170 at −150 mA/−10 V and fT = 100 MHz, used in low-voltage switching and linear amplification circuits.
For engineers reviewing the 2PB710AQ,115 datasheet, 2PB710AQ,115 pinout, 2PB710AQ,115 application, or 2PB710AQ,115 equivalent, key selection criteria include verified DC current gain range, saturation voltage under −300 mA/−30 mA drive, thermal resistance (500 K/W), and SC-59 footprint compatibility with FR4 PCB layout constraints.
Technical Context
This PNP transistor operates with reverse-polarity biasing: collector at most negative potential, emitter at least negative; base-emitter junction forward-biased to control collector current flow. Its design supports continuous DC operation up to 150 °C junction temperature and pulsed peak currents up to −1 A.
Characterized at Tamb = 25 °C with pulse test conditions (tp ≤ 300 μs, duty cycle ≤ 0.02), parameters including VCEsat (≤ −600 mV), VBEsat (≤ −1.5 V), and Cc (≤ 15 pF) are specified under defined load and frequency conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −50 V: maximum allowable collector-emitter voltage with base open; defines safe blocking capability in switching applications. |
| IC (DC) | −500 mA: continuous collector current rating; sets upper limit for steady-state load drive without derating. |
| hFE | 85–170 at −150 mA/−10 V: DC current gain range confirming predictable base drive requirements for amplification or saturated switching. |
| VCEsat | ≤ −600 mV at −300 mA/−30 mA: low saturation voltage ensures minimal power loss and heat generation in on-state switching. |
| fT | 100 MHz: transition frequency indicating usable bandwidth for small-signal amplification up to ~100 MHz. |
| Rth j-a | 500 K/W: thermal resistance from junction to ambient on FR4 board; determines temperature rise per watt dissipated. |
| Ptot | 250 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C: total power dissipation limit; requires thermal derating above 25 °C ambient. |
Pinout & Package
Package: SC-59 (SOT346), plastic surface-mounted, 3-lead package with standard JEDEC TO-236 outline; dimensions match 3.1 mm × 1.7 mm × 1.3 mm body size and 0.95 mm lead pitch.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base | Control terminal; forward-biasing base-emitter junction enables PNP conduction; requires current-limited drive. |
| 2 | Emiter | Current source terminal in PNP configuration; connected to higher potential (e.g., VCC) in common-emitter switch. |
| 3 | Collector | Current sink terminal; connected to load and ground-side return path; handles full switched load current. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| High DC current capability | Rated for −500 mA continuous collector current, enabling direct drive of medium-power loads like relays or LEDs. |
| Low saturation voltage | VCEsat ≤ −600 mV ensures <180 mW conduction loss at −300 mA, reducing thermal stress in compact layouts. |
| Stable gain across variants | hFE binning (Q/R/S) allows precise base resistor selection for consistent turn-on behavior in production batches. |
| High-frequency response | fT = 100 MHz supports audio-frequency amplification and fast digital switching up to ~10 MHz. |
Applications
| Relay Driver Circuit | LED Current Switch |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving 12 V automotive relay coils requiring ~50–100 mA hold current and ~200 mA pull-in surge. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch configured in common-emitter topology, sinking coil current to ground when base is pulled low. Use Value: VCEsat ≤ −600 mV minimizes coil voltage drop, ensuring reliable relay actuation; −500 mA rating accommodates surge without derating. | Use Scenario: Controlling high-brightness indicator LEDs in industrial HMI panels with 20–30 mA per segment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side current sink switch, where emitter connects to VCC and collector feeds LED anode via current-limiting resistor. Use Value: hFE ≥ 85 guarantees sufficient gain to fully saturate with microcontroller GPIO drive (e.g., 3.3 V logic + 10 kΩ base resistor). |
| Audio Pre-amplifier Stage | Level Translation Interface |
Use Scenario: Single-stage low-noise pre-amplifier for electret microphone output (10–20 mV AC signal) before ADC input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-emitter amplifier biased for Class-A operation, providing voltage gain and impedance matching. Use Value: fT = 100 MHz and low Cc (≤ 15 pF) preserve signal integrity up to 20 kHz; hFE consistency ensures stable gain calibration. | Use Scenario: Translating 5 V logic signals down to 3.3 V or 2.5 V domains in mixed-supply microcontroller systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverting level shifter using emitter-follower or common-base configuration depending on directionality requirement. Use Value: VEB rating of −5 V and low VBEsat (≤ −1.5 V) allow robust operation with rail-to-rail input swings and minimal propagation delay. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP general purpose transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMBT3906LT1G | Higher hFE min (100 vs. 85), lower VCEsat (−400 mV), same SOT-23 package but different pinout (E-B-C vs. B-E-C). | Not pin-compatible; requires PCB layout change; better for low-loss switching where base drive is limited. | Select when tighter VCEsat tolerance and higher minimum gain are critical; verify pin mapping during layout. |
| ZTX618 | Higher Ptot (500 mW), TO-92 package, VCEO = −60 V, hFE = 100–300; larger footprint and through-hole mounting. | Suitable for prototyping or low-volume through-hole designs; not surface-mount compatible with SC-59 land pattern. | Choose for manual assembly or legacy through-hole systems; avoid for automated SMT production targeting SC-59 footprint. |
Compared with MMBT3906LT1G and ZTX618, the 2PB710AQ,115 offers optimized SC-59 footprint compatibility, verified −500 mA DC rating on FR4, and binned hFE for predictable base drive-making it ideal for cost-sensitive, high-volume SMT switching where pinout and thermal performance are fixed constraints.
Availability
2PB710AQ,115 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for relay driver circuits, LED current switches, audio pre-amplifier stages, and level translation interfaces requiring stable component supply and consistent parametric binning.
Supply support for 2PB710AQ,115 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Nexperia is a global leader in discrete, logic, and PowerMOS semiconductors, formed in 2017 from the former NXP Standard Products division, with focus on automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, and wearable markets.
The 2PB710AQ,115 belongs to Nexperia's general-purpose bipolar transistor product line, engineered for reliable, cost-effective switching and amplification in space-constrained surface-mount applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous collector current rating for the 2PB710AQ,115?
The 2PB710AQ,115 is rated for −500 mA DC collector current at Tamb ≤ 25 °C with derating above that temperature. This rating is validated under standard FR4 PCB mounting conditions and defines its capability for sustained load switching without thermal runaway.
Does the 2PB710AQ,115 have a specified transition frequency (fT)?
Yes, the 2PB710AQ,115 has a guaranteed minimum transition frequency of 100 MHz, measured at IC = −50 mA, VCE = −10 V, and f = 100 MHz. This confirms its suitability for audio-frequency amplification and fast digital switching applications.
What is the pin configuration of the 2PB710AQ,115 in the SC-59 package?
The 2PB710AQ,115 uses a standard SC-59 (SOT346) pinout: Pin 1 = Base, Pin 2 = Emitter, Pin 3 = Collector. This configuration is confirmed in the original NXP data sheet and remains unchanged under Nexperia's product continuity program.
How does the hFE binning work for the 2PB710AQ,115 variant?
The "Q" suffix in 2PB710AQ,115 denotes the lowest hFE bin: 85–170 at −150 mA/−10 V. Higher bins include "R" (120–240) and "S" (170–340); all share identical electrical limits and package, enabling design flexibility with predictable gain variance.
Is the 2PB710AQ,115 RoHS compliant and halogen-free?
Yes, the 2PB710AQ,115 meets RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and is halogen-free per Nexperia's standard product compliance policy. Full material declarations and test reports are available upon request through Aetrix Electronics' technical support team.
2PB710AQ,115 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Transistor Type:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 500 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 50 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 600mV @ 30mA, 300mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 10nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 85 @ 150mA, 10V
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 100MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SMT3; MPAK
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The 2PB710AQ,115 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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