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Nexperia USA Inc. BC806-16VL
- Part No.:
- BC806-16VL
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
BC806-16VL.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 80V 0.5A TO-236AB
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Product details
Overview
BC806-16VL from Nexperia is a PNP bipolar junction transistor in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, rated for −80 V VCEO, −500 mA IC, and DC current gain (hFE) of 100–250 at VCE = −1 V and IC = −100 mA; it is AEC-Q101 qualified and used in 48 V automotive board net switching.
For engineers reviewing the BC806-16VL datasheet, BC806-16VL pinout, BC806-16VL application, or BC806-16VL equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal derating behavior, SOT23 terminal mapping, automotive-grade reliability context, and direct alternatives with documented hFE and voltage trade-offs.
Technical Context
The BC806-16VL operates as a general-purpose PNP switch or linear amplifier with fixed polarity, requiring reverse-biased base-emitter junction for conduction. Its −80 V VCEO and −8 V VEBO support robust operation in 48 V automotive rails where transient overvoltage up to ±80 V may occur.
Thermal performance is defined by two mounting conditions: Rth(j-a) = 500 K/W on standard FR4 footprint and 363 K/W with 1 cm² collector pad. Power dissipation is derated linearly above 25 °C ambient, reaching zero at 150 °C junction temperature.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −80 V - Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage under open-base condition; enables use in 48 V systems with margin against load dump transients. |
| IC | −500 mA - Continuous DC collector current rating; supports medium-power switching in relay drivers and LED loads. |
| hFE | 100–250 - DC current gain range at VCE = −1 V, IC = −100 mA; ensures predictable base drive sizing for saturation control. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ −400 mV at IC = −500 mA, IB = −50 mA - Low saturation voltage minimizes power loss and self-heating in high-duty-cycle switching. |
| Ptot | 345 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C with 1 cm² collector pad - Defines maximum steady-state power handling before thermal shutdown or degradation. |
| Tj(max) | 150 °C - Absolute maximum junction temperature; sets upper limit for thermal design and ambient operating envelope. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - Confirmed reliability for automotive applications including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD testing per AEC standard. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package with 3 leads; 1.9 mm × 1.1 mm body, 0.9 mm height, and gull-wing lead form optimized for reflow soldering per IPC-7351.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base (B) | Control input node; requires negative bias relative to emitter to forward-bias B-E junction and enable conduction. |
| 2 | Emitter (E) | Reference terminal for PNP operation; typically connected to higher potential rail (e.g., +48 V) in high-side switch configurations. |
| 3 | Collector (C) | Output current path; sinks current from load to lower-potential node (e.g., ground or switched return), enabling low-side sinking or high-side sourcing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive underhood environments including 1000-hour HTOL, temperature cycling (−40 °C to +125 °C), and ESD ≥ 2 kV HBM. |
| Two hFE grades | BC806-16VL (100–250) and BC806-25 (160–400) allow precise gain selection for consistent base drive across production lots. |
| High-voltage capability | −80 V VCEO and VCBO provide 66 % headroom above nominal 48 V automotive supply, accommodating ISO 7637-2 pulse 5a (load dump). |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤ −400 mV at full rated current ensures < 200 mW conduction loss in saturated switching, reducing thermal stress in compact PCB layouts. |
Applications
| Automotive Load Switching | Industrial Sensor Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Controlling solenoid valves and fuel injectors in 48 V mild-hybrid vehicle architectures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side PNP switch sourcing current from battery rail to inductive load. Use Value: −80 V rating withstands load-dump transients; AEC-Q101 qualification ensures field reliability over 15-year vehicle lifetime. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting and buffering analog sensor outputs (e.g., pressure, temperature) into microcontroller ADC inputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Linear amplifier configured in common-emitter mode for signal inversion and gain staging. Use Value: Stable hFE across −40 °C to +125 °C enables accurate gain calibration without software compensation. |
| Power Supply Enable Control | LED Driver Stage |
Use Scenario: Enabling/disabling secondary DC-DC converter rails in ADAS domain controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-leakage enable switch placed between enable pin and ground reference. Use Value: ≤ −100 nA ICBO at −64 V ensures negligible standby current draw, preserving system quiescent power budget. |
Use Scenario: Driving high-brightness indicator LEDs in dashboard and infotainment panels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Constant-current sink stage with emitter resistor feedback for brightness stability. Use Value: −500 mA IC rating supports multi-LED strings; low VCE(sat) maintains >95 % efficiency at full brightness. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC807-16 | NPN complement; same VCEO (45 V), IC (500 mA), and hFE (100–250), but opposite polarity and lower voltage rating. | Requires circuit redesign for low-side vs. high-side placement; unsuitable for direct replacement in existing PNP-based high-side switches. | Select only when NPN topology is preferred and 45 V rating suffices for the target rail. |
| ZTX653 | Higher VCEO (−100 V), same IC (−500 mA), wider hFE (100–800); TO-92 package, not SMT-compatible. | Enables higher-voltage industrial applications but requires through-hole assembly and larger PCB area. | Choose only if −100 V margin is required and SMT constraint is relaxed. |
Compared with BC806-16VL, BC807-16 offers identical gain and current specs but inverted polarity and reduced voltage headroom, while ZTX653 provides superior voltage rating and gain spread at the cost of package compatibility and assembly method-neither is drop-in replaceable without layout or schematic revision.
Availability
BC806-16VL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive load switching, industrial sensor interface, power supply enable control, and LED driver stage applications requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q101 compliance.
Supply support for BC806-16VL 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 essential semiconductors, delivering high-performance, reliable components for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
The BC806 series belongs to Nexperia's general-purpose discrete portfolio, engineered specifically for robust, cost-effective switching and amplification in automotive 48 V board nets and industrial control systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?
The absolute maximum peak base current is −200 mA for single pulses ≤1 ms, but continuous operation must be limited by thermal constraints. At Tamb = 25 °C with 1 cm² collector pad, sustained IB should not exceed −50 mA to maintain VCE(sat) ≤ −400 mV and prevent junction overheating beyond 150 °C.
Is BC806-16VL suitable for linear amplification at frequencies above 10 MHz?
No. With fT = 80 MHz at VCE = −5 V and IC = −50 mA, usable small-signal gain drops significantly above 5 MHz. It is intended for DC and low-frequency (<1 MHz) amplification or switching-not RF or high-speed analog signal paths.
How does thermal resistance change with PCB copper area?
Rth(j-a) improves from 500 K/W (standard SOT23 footprint) to 363 K/W when a 1 cm² copper pad is connected to the collector lead. This 27 % reduction directly increases allowable continuous power by ~38 % at 25 °C ambient, per the derating curve in Figure 1.
What marking code identifies BC806-16VL on the device body?
The top-side marking is "%GR", where "%" is a placeholder for the manufacturing site code. This matches Table 5 in the official Nexperia datasheet Rev. 2 (2019) and distinguishes BC806-16VL from BC806-25 (%GS) and other variants in the BC806_SER family.
BC806-16VL 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:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 500 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 80 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 150mA, 2V
- Power - Max:
- 500 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 155MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-236AB
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of BC806-16VL?
All BC806-16VL units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with BC806-16VL, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 BC806-16VL part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for BC806-16VL:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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