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Nexperia USA Inc. 2PD601BSL,215
- Part No.:
- 2PD601BSL,215
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
2PD601BSL,215.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS NPN 50V 0.2A TO-236AB
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Product details
Overview
2PD601BSL from Nexperia is an AEC-Q101-qualified NPN general-purpose transistor in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, rated for 50 V VCEO, 200 mA IC, and DC current gain hFE of 290–460 (Group S), used for low-voltage switching and linear amplification in automotive body electronics and industrial control interfaces.
For engineers reviewing the 2PD601BSL datasheet, 2PD601BSL pinout, 2PD601BSL application, or 2PD601BSL equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal derating behavior, group-S hFE binning, SOT23 terminal mapping, and automotive-grade reliability context - all critical for BOM validation and PCB layout planning.
Technical Context
This discrete NPN bipolar junction transistor operates with open-base VCEO = 50 V and VCBO = 60 V, supporting switching duty up to 300 mA peak collector current (tp ≤ 1 ms). Its hFE group S (290–460 at VCE = 10 V, IC = 2 mA) ensures predictable DC bias stability across temperature.
Thermal performance is defined by Rth(j-a) = 500 K/W (free air) and Rth(j-sp) = 140 K/W (solder point), with Ptot = 250 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C and full derating above that. Junction temperature is rated to 150 °C, matching AEC-Q101 automotive stress test requirements.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 50 V - Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage under open-base condition; defines upper rail limit in 24 V automotive switch designs. |
| IC | 200 mA continuous - Sustained load drive capability; supports relay coils, LED strings, and small solenoids without heatsinking. |
| hFE Group S | 290–460 at VCE = 10 V, IC = 2 mA - Tighter DC gain binning than Group R; reduces base drive variation in precision bias networks. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤250 mV at IC = 100 mA, IB = 10 mA - Low saturation voltage minimizes power loss and self-heating in high-duty-cycle switching. |
| fT | 100–250 MHz - Enables use in low-noise preamplifier stages and RF detector circuits up to ~100 MHz. |
| Ptot | 250 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C - Power dissipation ceiling on FR4 PCB; requires derating above ambient per 500 K/W thermal resistance. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package: 3-terminal, 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 0.95 mm height, JEDEC-compliant outline with gull-wing leads.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base | Current-controlled input node; requires series resistor to limit IB and ensure hFE-based IC scaling. |
| 2 | Emitter | Common reference terminal; tied to ground or low-side return path in most switching configurations. |
| 3 | Collector | High-side output node; connects to load (e.g., relay coil anode or LED cathode) and supply rail via pull-up. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive applications including engine control modules, lighting drivers, and HVAC actuators per stress-test standard. |
| Two hFE groups (R/S) | Enables selective binning: Group S (290–460) improves consistency in analog amplifier biasing versus Group R (210–340). |
| Low VCE(sat) | 250 mV max at IC/IB = 10 ensures <1% voltage drop across transistor in saturated switch mode at 100 mA load. |
| SOT23 compactness | 0.95 mm profile and 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint enable high-density routing on space-constrained PCBs in ADAS sensor nodes. |
Applications
| Automotive Lighting Control | Industrial Sensor Interface |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving LED brake/tail lamps in 12 V vehicle systems with PWM dimming and overvoltage protection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: NPN switch controlling LED cathode path to ground; handles 150 mA steady-state current with fast turn-on/turn-off. Use Value: VCEO = 50 V withstands load-dump transients; AEC-Q101 rating ensures reliability across −40 °C to +125 °C ambient. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting and buffering analog sensor outputs (e.g., thermistor or potentiometer) into microcontroller ADC inputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Emitter-follower amplifier providing unity-gain, low-output-impedance signal conditioning. Use Value: hFE ≥ 290 ensures stable bias current; fT > 100 MHz preserves signal integrity up to 10 kHz bandwidth. |
| Power Supply Enable Switch | Small-Signal Amplifier Stage |
|
Use Scenario: Enabling/disabling auxiliary 3.3 V or 5 V rails in embedded controllers using MCU GPIO signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch turning on PMOS/NMOS pass devices or LDO enable pins with logic-level compatibility. Use Value: IC = 200 mA supports >100 mA enable currents; VCE(sat) ≤ 250 mV avoids false-disable due to voltage droop. |
Use Scenario: Building discrete preamplifier stages for audio or instrumentation signals before digitization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-emitter amplifier with fixed bias network delivering 20–30 dB voltage gain at midband frequencies. Use Value: fT = 250 MHz typical enables flat response to 10 MHz; low Cc = 3 pF minimizes Miller effect distortion. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN general-purpose transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2PD601BRL | Same package and ratings, but hFE Group R (210–340); lower gain spread than S-group. | Preferred where wider hFE tolerance is acceptable, e.g., digital on/off switching with generous base drive margin. | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs need for tight gain control in analog bias networks. |
| BC847BS | Same SOT23 package, 45 V VCEO, 100 mA IC, hFE 200–450; not AEC-Q101 qualified. | Limited to non-automotive consumer or industrial use; insufficient for automotive load-dump immunity or extended temp range. | Use only in commercial-grade applications where AEC-Q101 compliance is not required and current demand ≤100 mA. |
Compared with 2PD601BRL and BC847BS, the 2PD601BSL uniquely combines AEC-Q101 qualification, 200 mA continuous current, and tighter hFE binning - making it optimal for automotive signal switching and precision biasing where reliability and parametric consistency are mandatory.
Availability
2PD601BSL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive lighting control, industrial sensor interface, and power supply enable switching requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for 2PD601BSL 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 semiconductor expert focused on high-volume, high-reliability discrete and logic devices, with leadership in automotive-qualified components and advanced packaging.
The 2PD601BSL belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified general-purpose transistor family, engineered for robust operation in automotive body electronics and industrial control systems demanding consistent gain, low saturation voltage, and thermal resilience.
FAQ
What is the difference between 2PD601BSL and 2PD601BRL?
The 2PD601BSL and 2PD601BRL share identical package, voltage, and current ratings but differ in DC current gain binning: 2PD601BSL is Group S (hFE = 290–460), while 2PD601BRL is Group R (hFE = 210–340). This makes the BSL variant preferable for analog biasing where tighter gain tolerance improves circuit predictability.
Is 2PD601BSL suitable for automotive applications?
Yes - the 2PD601BSL is fully AEC-Q101 qualified per Stress Test Qualification for Discrete Semiconductors, validated for operation from −55 °C to +150 °C junction temperature, and designed for use in automotive lighting, HVAC, and body control modules.
What is the maximum allowable power dissipation at 85 °C ambient?
At Tamb = 85 °C, the 2PD601BSL's power dissipation must be derated linearly from 250 mW at 25 °C using Rth(j-a) = 500 K/W, resulting in Ptot ≈ 150 mW - calculated as 250 mW − [(85 − 25) × 0.5 mW/K] = 150 mW.
Can 2PD601BSL replace BC847BS in existing designs?
Only with design review: 2PD601BSL offers higher VCEO (50 V vs. 45 V), higher IC (200 mA vs. 100 mA), and AEC-Q101 qualification, but its Group S hFE may alter bias point stability. Layout and thermal margins must be re-verified, especially for high-frequency or automotive use cases.
2PD601BSL,215 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- NPN
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 200 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 50 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 250mV @ 10mA, 100mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 290 @ 2mA, 10V
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 250MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-236AB
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