Nexperia USA Inc. BC807-16,235

Overview

BC807-16,235 from Nexperia is a PNP general-purpose bipolar junction transistor in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, rated for −45 V V_CEO, −500 mA I_C, and DC current gain (h_FE) of 100–250 at V_CE = −1 V and I_C = −100 mA. It serves as a low-voltage switching and linear amplification device in compact power management and signal conditioning circuits.

For engineers reviewing the BC807-16,235 datasheet, BC807-16,235 pinout, BC807-16,235 application, or BC807-16,235 equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal derating behavior, base-emitter saturation voltage under load, collector-emitter saturation voltage at 500 mA, and real-world use cases in discrete logic-level switching and analog bias networks.

Technical Context

The BC807-16,235 operates as a silicon PNP BJT with fixed gain binning (100–250), optimized for stable DC amplification and saturated switching in ambient temperatures from −65 °C to 150 °C. Its V_BE ≈ −1.2 V at I_C = −500 mA and V_CE(sat) ≤ −700 mV at I_C = −500 mA / I_B = −50 mA confirm robust on-state performance in low-side driver configurations.

Thermal resistance R_th(j-a) is 500 K/W on standard FR4 PCB (single-sided copper, tin-plated, standard footprint), rising to 362 K/W with enhanced 1 cm² collector pad - enabling predictable power dissipation up to 250 mW at T_amb ≤ 25 °C and derated linearly above.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

SOT23 (TO-236AB) surface-mount plastic package: 3-pin, 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 0.95 mm height, JEDEC-compliant lead pitch of 0.95 mm.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP general-purpose transistor applications.

Compared with BC807-25,235 and MMBT3906LT1G, the BC807-16,235 provides optimal balance of gain predictability, 500 mA load capability, and thermal margin - making it preferred for industrial control interfaces requiring repeatable saturation behavior across temperature and supply voltage variations.

Availability

BC807-16,235 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for LED driver circuits, microcontroller GPIO expansion, DC motor control interfaces, and analog sensor bias networks requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturing continuity.

Supply support for BC807-16,235 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 specializing in high-volume, high-reliability discrete and logic devices, with core competencies in automotive-grade and industrial-standard components.

The BC807 series belongs to Nexperia's general-purpose transistor product line, designed specifically for cost-effective, space-constrained switching and amplification in consumer, industrial, and computing applications - emphasizing manufacturability, thermal robustness, and parametric consistency.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?

The absolute maximum peak base current is −200 mA per datasheet limiting values, but for continuous DC operation, the recommended maximum is −50 mA - derived from the test condition for V_CE(sat) specification and thermal limits. Exceeding −50 mA risks exceeding P_tot = 250 mW on standard PCB layout, especially above 50 °C ambient.

Can BC807-16,235 be used in linear amplifier configurations?

Yes - its h_FE stability (100–250), low V_BE drift (−2 mV/K), and 80 MHz f_T support Class-A and Class-AB audio preamplifier stages up to 100 kHz. However, linear use requires careful thermal design: at 100 mW dissipation, junction temperature rise exceeds 50 K on standard FR4, necessitating layout-aware copper pour or reduced quiescent current.

Is BC807-16,235 qualified for automotive applications?

No - the Rev. 8 datasheet explicitly states this part is non-automotive qualified. It lacks AEC-Q101 stress testing and automotive-grade process controls. For automotive use, Nexperia offers the BC807-Q series (e.g., BC807-16Q), which undergoes extended temperature cycling, humidity testing, and failure analysis per AEC standards.

How does thermal derating affect power handling above 25 °C ambient?

Power dissipation must be linearly derated above 25 °C at 2.0 mW/°C (based on 500 K/W R_th(j-a)). At 75 °C ambient, maximum allowed P_tot drops to 150 mW; at 100 °C, it falls to 100 mW. This directly constrains usable collector current: at V_CE(sat) = −700 mV, I_C must be reduced from 500 mA to ~143 mA at 100 °C to stay within thermal limits.