Nexperia USA Inc. BC807-16QC-QZ

Overview

BC807-16QC-Q from Nexperia is a PNP general-purpose bipolar junction transistor in a DFN1412D-3 (SOT8009) leadless 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 delivers −700 mV V_CE(sat) at I_C = −500 mA / I_B = −50 mA and is qualified to AEC-Q101 for automotive use in space-constrained switching circuits.

For engineers reviewing the BC807-16QC-Q datasheet, BC807-16QC-Q pinout, BC807-16QC-Q application, or BC807-16QC-Q equivalent, this device is selected for high-density PNP switching where low profile (0.48 mm height), side-wettable flanks for AOI, and automotive-grade reliability are required - not as a logic-level MOSFET replacement or high-frequency RF amplifier.

Technical Context

This PNP BJT operates in linear or saturated switching mode with fixed polarity and requires external base current control. Its h_FE range (100–250) enables predictable current amplification in bias networks, while its −45 V V_CEO and −500 mA continuous collector rating support 12 V/24 V automotive load switching.

Thermal performance is defined by R_th(j-a) = 329 K/W (35 μm FR4) or 261 K/W (70 μm FR4), and it features −5 V V_EBO and −50 V V_CBO for robust reverse-bias margin. The DFN1412D-3 package uses side-wettable flanks to enable automated optical inspection of solder joints.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

DFN1412D-3 (SOT8009) is a 3-terminal, leadless, ultra-thin plastic package measuring 1.4 × 1.2 × 0.48 mm with side-wettable flanks for AOI-compatible reflow soldering.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with BC807-16W-Q and MMBT3906LT1G, BC807-16QC-Q uniquely combines AEC-Q101 qualification, −45 V/−500 mA ratings, and AOI-ready DFN packaging - making it the sole choice for production automotive modules requiring both reliability and process traceability.

Availability

BC807-16QC-Q is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive interior lighting, engine control unit (ECU) signal conditioning, and compact power supply enable circuits requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle assurance, and AEC-Q101 compliance.

Supply support for BC807-16QC-Q 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 efficiency-enhancing components, with leadership in logic, discretes, and MOSFETs for automotive, industrial, and mobile markets.

The BC807QC-Q series belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified general-purpose transistor product line, designed specifically for reliable, space-efficient switching and amplification in automotive electronics and high-density industrial PCBs.

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, base current must be limited to ensure junction temperature stays ≤150 °C. At I_C = −500 mA and h_FE = 100, I_B ≈ −5 mA is sufficient for saturation; typical designs use 10–20× overdrive (e.g., −50 mA) only for pulsed conditions.

Can BC807-16QC-Q replace BC857B in existing designs?

No - BC857B is a −50 V, −100 mA PNP transistor in SOT23 with h_FE 200–450, while BC807-16QC-Q handles −500 mA and uses DFN1412D-3 packaging. Pinout differs (SOT23: E-B-C vs. DFN: B-E-C), and footprint, thermal, and drive requirements are incompatible without PCB and bias network redesign.

Does the side-wettable flank require special stencil design?

Yes - the DFN1412D-3 footprint requires a 0.1 mm stencil thickness and specific solder-paste land patterns (1.3 × 0.45 mm pads with 0.8 mm pitch) per Figure 17. Standard SOT23 stencils will not align; use Nexperia's recommended reflow footprint to ensure wetting and AOI detectability of all three flanks.

Is thermal derating required above 25 °C ambient?

Yes - total power dissipation derates linearly from 380 mW at 25 °C to 0 mW at 150 °C ambient, based on R_th(j-a) = 329 K/W. For example, at 85 °C ambient, P_tot must be limited to ≤260 mW to maintain T_j ≤150 °C. Derating curves are provided in Figure 1 of the datasheet.