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Nexperia USA Inc. BC807,215

Name: BC807,215
Brand: Nexperia USA Inc.
SKU: BC807,215
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Part No.:: BC807,215

Manufacturer:: Nexperia USA Inc.

Category:: Single Bipolar Transistors

Package:: TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3

Datasheet:: BC807,215.pdf

Description:: TRANS PNP 45V 0.5A TO-236AB

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Overview

BC807,215 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 100–600 at −100 mA collector current. It serves as a low-voltage switching or linear amplification device in discrete power control stages, level-shifting circuits, and load interface drivers in industrial control modules.

For engineers reviewing the BC807,215 datasheet, BC807,215 pinout, BC807,215 application, or BC807,215 equivalent, this page delivers verified pin functions, thermal derating curves, saturation voltage behavior at −500 mA, h_FE binning options (−16/−25/−40), and real-world use cases in relay drivers and logic-level translators.

Technical Context

The BC807,215 operates as a silicon PNP BJT with open-base collector-emitter breakdown of −45 V and emitter-base breakdown of −5 V, enabling robust operation in negative-rail biasing configurations. Its pulsed peak collector current reaches −1 A, supporting short-duration surge handling in inductive load switching.

Thermal resistance from junction-to-ambient is 500 K/W on standard FR4 PCB (single-sided copper), rising to 362 K/W with enhanced 1 cm² collector pad - directly informing heatsinking decisions in space-constrained designs. The device exhibits typical transition frequency (f_T) of 80 MHz at −5 V V_CE, −10 mA I_C, confirming suitability for audio-frequency amplification and moderate-speed switching.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CEO	−45 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage with base open; defines rail-to-rail headroom in high-side switch topologies.
I_C	−500 mA continuous: Sustained collector current capability at 25 °C ambient; sets maximum load drive without forced cooling.
h_FE	100–600 at V_CE = −1 V, I_C = −100 mA: Current gain range determines required base drive for target switching speed and saturation margin.
V_CE(sat)	−700 mV max at I_C = −500 mA, I_B = −50 mA: Low saturation voltage minimizes conduction loss in power-switching applications.
P_tot	250 mW (standard footprint): Total power dissipation limit at T_amb ≤ 25 °C; derates linearly above 25 °C per 500 K/W thermal resistance.
f_T	80 MHz: Transition frequency confirms usable bandwidth up to ~10 MHz for small-signal amplification or fast edge shaping.
C_c	5 pF typical: Collector capacitance impacts high-frequency response and Miller effect in amplifier stages.

Pinout & Package

SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package: 3-terminal, 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 0.95 mm height, designed for reflow soldering per JEDEC J-STD-020.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1	Base (B)	Current-controlled input node; requires −50 mA base drive for full −500 mA collector saturation.
2	Emitter (E)	Common terminal for PNP configuration; connected to higher potential rail in high-side switch layouts.
3	Collector (C)	Output current path; carries −500 mA load current to ground or lower-potential node.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Three h_FE bins	BC807-16 (100–250), BC807-25 (160–400), BC807-40 (250–600): Enables precise base drive optimization across production lots.
Low V_CE(sat)	≤ −700 mV at I_C/I_B = 10: Reduces power loss and self-heating in high-duty-cycle switching.
High I_CM	−1 A peak (tp ≤ 1 ms): Supports brief inrush current handling in solenoid or relay coil drivers.
Thermal robustness	T_j max = 150 °C with 500 K/W R_th(j-a): Allows operation in industrial environments up to 85 °C ambient with margin.

Applications

Relay Driver Circuit

Logic-Level Translator

Use Scenario: Driving 12 V relay coil requiring 40 mA hold current from 3.3 V microcontroller GPIO.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch configured in emitter-follower mode to invert and level-shift logic signal while sourcing coil current.

Use Value: −700 mV V_CE(sat) ensures <15 mW conduction loss; h_FE ≥ 100 guarantees sufficient gain for 4 mA base drive.

Use Scenario: Converting 5 V TTL output to −12 V signal for analog multiplexer enable input.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Active-low level shifter using BC807,215 as saturated switch between −12 V rail and signal line.

Use Value: −45 V V_CEO provides 33 V margin against transients; 80 MHz f_T supports clean edge transitions up to 5 MHz.

LED Current Sink

Audio Preamp Stage

Use Scenario: Constant-current sink for high-brightness white LED in automotive interior lighting.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Linear current regulator with emitter resistor feedback and base bias network.

Use Value: 500 mA I_C rating accommodates 350 mA LED drive; 250 mW P_tot allows stable operation with minimal heatsink.

Use Scenario: First-stage preamplifier in battery-powered portable audio recorder.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-emitter amplifier with resistive biasing and capacitor-coupled input/output.

Use Value: 80 MHz f_T and 5 pF C_c support flat 20 Hz–20 kHz response; h_FE consistency ensures predictable gain stability.

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
BC807-16,215	h_FE = 100–250 (narrower range); identical V_CEO, I_C, package	Lower gain reduces base drive sensitivity but increases variation in saturation voltage across batches	Select when consistent base current budget is critical and gain tolerance >150 is acceptable
BC807-40,215	h_FE = 250–600 (higher minimum); same ratings and footprint	Enables lower base drive for same collector current, reducing MCU GPIO loading and PCB trace losses	Choose for low-power microcontroller interfaces where base current must stay below 2 mA

Compared with BC807,215, the −16 variant trades gain breadth for tighter h_FE control in cost-sensitive volume production, while the −40 variant improves drive efficiency in low-I_B systems - both retain identical voltage, current, thermal, and package specifications.

Availability

BC807,215 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for relay driver circuits, logic-level translators, LED current sinks, and audio preamp stages requiring stable component supply, consistent h_FE binning, and SOT23 footprint compatibility.

Supply support for BC807,215 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 and industrial-grade components.

The BC807 series belongs to Nexperia's general-purpose transistor product line, engineered for cost-effective, space-efficient switching and amplification in consumer, industrial, and computing applications where robustness and manufacturability are prioritized.

FAQ

What is the exact package type and lead count for BC807,215?

The BC807,215 uses the SOT23 (TO-236AB) package - a 3-lead, surface-mount plastic package measuring 2.9 mm × 1.3 mm × 0.95 mm. Pin 1 is Base, Pin 2 is Emitter, and Pin 3 is Collector, confirmed by Nexperia's official pinning diagram and JEDEC outline MS-012.

Does BC807,215 support automotive applications?

No. Per Nexperia's Revision History (Rev. 8, July 2022), the BC807 series was explicitly changed to non-automotive qualification. Automotive use requires the −Q qualified variants (e.g., BC807-Q), which undergo AEC-Q101 stress testing and have separate part numbering and documentation.

How does thermal performance change with PCB layout?

On standard FR4 with single-sided copper and no extended pad, R_th(j-a) is 500 K/W. With a 1 cm² copper pad under the collector (Pin 3), it improves to 362 K/W - enabling 38% higher continuous power dissipation before reaching 150 °C junction temperature at 25 °C ambient.

What is the guaranteed h_FE range for BC807,215 at −500 mA collector current?

At V_CE = −1 V and I_C = −500 mA (25 °C), the datasheet specifies h_FE ≥ 40 for all BC807 variants including ,215. This minimum ensures reliable saturation with I_B ≥ −50 mA, critical for high-current switching reliability.

BC807,215 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:: PNP

Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):: 500 mA

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 45 V

Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:: 700mV @ 50mA, 500mA

Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):: 100nA (ICBO)

DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:: 100 @ 100mA, 1V

Power - Max:: 250 mW

Frequency - Transition:: 80MHz

Operating Temperature:: 150°C (TJ)

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: TO-236AB

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