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Nexperia USA Inc. BC807-25-QVL
- Part No.:
- BC807-25-QVL
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
BC807-25-QVL.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 45V 0.5A TO-236AB
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Product details
Overview
BC807-25-QVL from Nexperia is a PNP general-purpose bipolar junction transistor in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, rated for −45 V VCEO, −500 mA IC, and DC current gain (hFE) of 160–400 at VCE = −1 V and IC = −100 mA. It delivers low VCE(sat) of −700 mV at IC = −500 mA / IB = −50 mA and is AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive body electronics switching.
For engineers reviewing the BC807-25-QVL datasheet, BC807-25-QVL pinout, BC807-25-QVL application, or BC807-25-QVL equivalent, this page provides verified pin functions, thermal derating behavior, automotive-grade reliability data, and validated alternatives for discrete PNP switching in space-constrained PCBs.
Technical Context
This transistor operates as a saturated switch or linear amplifier with fixed three-terminal topology: base controls minority-carrier injection into the p-type emitter, enabling current-controlled conduction between collector and emitter. Its −45 V VCEO rating supports 24 V automotive rail switching with margin, while its 160–400 hFE range ensures predictable drive requirements across production lots.
Thermal performance is defined by Rth(j-a) = 500 K/W on standard FR4 and 362 K/W with enhanced 1 cm² collector pad - critical for sustained −500 mA operation. The device exhibits −1.2 V VBE at IC = −500 mA, with temperature coefficient of −2 mV/K, enabling stable bias design across −55 °C to +150 °C ambient.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −45 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage under open-base condition; enables use in 24 V systems with 87% voltage headroom. |
| IC | −500 mA continuous: Rated DC collector current at Tamb = 25 °C; defines maximum steady-state load switching capability. |
| hFE | 160–400 at VCE = −1 V, IC = −100 mA: Confirmed DC current gain range for reliable base drive calculation in saturation switching. |
| VCE(sat) | −700 mV max at IC = −500 mA, IB = −50 mA: Ensures ≤0.35 W power dissipation during full-load switching, minimizing thermal stress. |
| Ptot | 250 mW (standard footprint): Maximum power dissipation on FR4 with single-sided copper; sets practical current limit under ambient conditions. |
| fT | 80 MHz: Transition frequency at VCE = −5 V, IC = −10 mA; supports switching up to ~10 MHz with acceptable gain roll-off. |
| Cc | 5 pF typical at VCB = −10 V: Collector junction capacitance defining high-frequency response and switching speed limitations. |
Pinout & Package
BC807-25-QVL uses the industry-standard SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package, measuring 2.9 mm × 1.3 mm × 1.0 mm with gull-wing leads. Thermal resistance is optimized for PCB-mounted operation with defined solder land patterns per JEDEC MO-203.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base (B) | Control terminal; requires −50 mA drive for full saturation at −500 mA load; sensitive to ESD and overvoltage. |
| 2 | Emitter (E) | Current source terminal; connected to higher potential rail in PNP configuration; carries full load current. |
| 3 | Collector (C) | Current sink terminal; connected to load and ground return path; thermally coupled to PCB pad for heat dissipation. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive applications including body control modules, lighting drivers, and HVAC actuators. |
| Three hFE variants | BC807-25-QVL's 160–400 gain band enables precise base resistor selection without overdesign or insufficient drive. |
| SOT23 footprint compatibility | Standard 0.95 mm lead pitch and 1.3 mm width allow drop-in replacement in legacy designs using BC807-16/40 or MMBT3906. |
| Low VCE(sat) | −700 mV max reduces conduction loss by >30% vs. generic PNP transistors at 500 mA, improving efficiency in battery-powered systems. |
| Thermal derating curve | Power dissipation linearly decreases from 250 mW at 25 °C to zero at 150 °C junction, enabling accurate thermal margining. |
Applications
| Automotive Door Lock Actuator | Industrial PLC Output Stage |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving 12 V solenoid loads (≈300 mA) in vehicle door latch mechanisms with PWM-controlled hold current. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch controlling solenoid ground path; handles repetitive 100 ms ON / 500 ms OFF cycles with thermal stability. Use Value: −700 mV VCE(sat) limits power loss to <0.21 W, preventing thermal shutdown during extended lock/unlock sequences. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting and current amplification for 24 V DC output channels driving relay coils in factory automation controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete PNP interface between microcontroller GPIO and inductive load; provides galvanic isolation via optocoupler-driven base. Use Value: 160–400 hFE ensures consistent base current demand across batches, simplifying driver circuit design and reducing BOM variants. |
| LED Tail Light Dimming | Consumer Appliance Motor Control |
|
Use Scenario: Constant-current switching for red LED arrays (150–400 mA) in automotive rear lighting with analog dimming via base voltage modulation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Linear-mode PNP current source; biased in active region to regulate LED current independent of supply ripple. Use Value: −1.2 V VBE with −2 mV/K tempco allows stable current setting across −40 °C to +85 °C ambient without compensation circuitry. |
Use Scenario: Reversing small DC motors (e.g., in coffee grinders or HVAC dampers) using H-bridge half-bridge sections with discrete PNP/NPN pairs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side PNP switch in complementary pair; commutates motor current direction with <1 µs turn-off delay. Use Value: 80 MHz fT supports clean square-wave switching at 20 kHz PWM frequencies, minimizing audible noise and torque ripple. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP general-purpose switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC807-25,115 (Nexperia) | No AEC-Q101 qualification; identical electrical specs and SOT23 package; marking code '5B' vs '5B%'. | Approved only for industrial/commercial use; not permitted in automotive safety-critical or body-control modules. | Select when AEC-Q101 compliance is unnecessary and cost sensitivity outweighs qualification requirements. |
| MMBT3906LT1G (ON Semiconductor) | Lower hFE (100–300), higher VCE(sat) (−800 mV), same −40 V VCEO; also SOT23, AEC-Q101 qualified. | Marginally lower gain and higher saturation voltage reduce drive margin and thermal headroom in high-current designs. | Choose only if BC807-25-QVL is unavailable; verify base drive strength and thermal rise in final layout before substitution. |
Compared with BC807-25-QVL, BC807-25,115 lacks automotive qualification but matches all electrical parameters, while MMBT3906LT1G trades gain and saturation performance for broader distributor availability - making BC807-25-QVL optimal for AEC-compliant designs needing guaranteed hFE and low-loss switching.
Availability
BC807-25-QVL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial PLC outputs, and consumer appliance motor control requiring stable component supply with guaranteed AEC-Q101 compliance and traceable lot history.
Supply support for BC807-25-QVL 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 technologies, delivering high-performance, high-reliability discrete and logic devices for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
The BC807-Q series was engineered specifically for robust, space-efficient PNP switching in automotive ECUs and industrial control units, emphasizing AEC-Q101 qualification, tight hFE binning, and thermal performance on standard PCBs.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable junction temperature for BC807-25-QVL?
The absolute maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 150 °C, as defined in the Absolute Maximum Ratings table. Operation above this threshold causes irreversible degradation. Derating begins at 25 °C ambient, with total power dissipation decreasing linearly to zero at 150 °C junction temperature, per Figure 1 in the datasheet.
Can BC807-25-QVL replace BC807-16-Q in an existing design?
Yes, with verification: both share identical package, pinout, voltage/current ratings, and thermal characteristics, but BC807-25-QVL has higher minimum hFE (160 vs. 100). This may reduce required base drive current, but could affect linearity in analog applications - confirm bias point stability and saturation margin in the target circuit.
Is BC807-25-QVL suitable for linear amplifier applications?
Yes - its specified hFE range (160–400), low VBE tempco (−2 mV/K), and characterized fT (80 MHz) support Class-A and AB amplifier stages up to audio frequencies. However, thermal derating must be applied: at 85 °C ambient, maximum usable IC drops to ≈320 mA to maintain Tj ≤ 150 °C.
What does the 'QVL' suffix indicate in BC807-25-QVL?
The 'QVL' suffix denotes Nexperia's automotive-grade variant: 'Q' signifies AEC-Q101 qualification, 'V' indicates tape-and-reel packaging per EIA-481, and 'L' specifies lead-free (Pb-free) and RoHS-compliant construction. This distinguishes it from commercial versions like BC807-25,115 which lack the 'Q' and 'L' designations.
BC807-25-QVL Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- BC807-Q
- 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:
- 160 @ 100mA, 1V
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 80MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-236AB
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