Nexperia USA Inc. BC807-40LVL

Overview

BC807-40LVL 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 250–600 at V_CE = −1 V and I_C = −100 mA. It delivers 250 mW power dissipation and supports automotive-grade operation per AEC-Q101. It is used in low-voltage load switching and signal amplification in industrial control modules.

For engineers reviewing the BC807-40LVL datasheet, BC807-40LVL pinout, BC807-40LVL application, or BC807-40LVL equivalent, key selection criteria include verified h_FE range, SOT23 thermal resistance (500 K/W), −7 V V_EBO, peak base current rating (−200 mA), and AEC-Q101 qualification status.

Technical Context

This PNP BJT operates with open-base collector-emitter breakdown voltage of −45 V and emitter-base breakdown voltage of −7 V, enabling reliable operation in negative-rail biasing circuits. Its pulsed h_FE (250–600) is specified under strict conditions: V_CE = −1 V, I_C = −100 mA, pulse width ≤ 300 μs, duty cycle ≤ 0.02.

Thermal performance is defined for FR4 PCB mounting: junction-to-ambient thermal resistance is 500 K/W (SOT23), and maximum junction temperature is 150 °C. Saturation behavior is characterized at I_C = −500 mA / I_B = −50 mA, yielding V_CE(sat) ≤ −700 mV and V_BE ≤ −1.2 V.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package with 3 leads; standardized footprint per Figure 16 (04-11-04), dimensions: 2.9 mm × 1.3 mm × 1.0 mm (L × W × H).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with BC807-40LVL, BC807-40 lacks automotive qualification but matches all electrical and mechanical specs, while MMBT3906LT1G offers lower current and gain-making BC807-40LVL the sole choice for AEC-Q101-compliant 500 mA PNP switching.

Availability

BC807-40LVL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial PLC outputs, and medical sensor biasing requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.

Supply support for BC807-40LVL 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 components and efficient manufacturing.

The BC807L series targets general-purpose PNP switching and amplification in space-constrained, thermally demanding applications-including automotive, industrial, and consumer systems requiring AEC-Q101 compliance.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable base current for BC807-40LVL?

The absolute maximum peak base current is −200 mA for single pulses ≤ 1 ms, per Table 6. Continuous base current must be limited to ensure I_C ≤ −500 mA and junction temperature remains ≤ 150 °C. Typical design uses I_B = −50 mA at I_C = −500 mA for saturation, confirmed by V_CE(sat) ≤ −700 mV in Table 8.

Does BC807-40LVL support reflow soldering on standard FR4 PCBs?

Yes-Nexperia specifies reflow profiles compatible with standard FR4 boards. Figure 18 defines the recommended solder land pattern (0.6 mm × 0.6 mm pads, 0.7 mm spacing), and thermal characteristics assume single-sided copper, tin-plated finish, and standard footprint mounting per Table 6 footnote [1].

How does the h_FE of BC807-40LVL vary with temperature?

Figure 11 shows h_FE decreases with rising temperature: at I_C = −100 mA and V_CE = −1 V, typical h_FE is ~600 at −40 °C, ~450 at 25 °C, ~350 at 85 °C, and ~250 at 150 °C. This monotonic decline is inherent to PNP BJT physics and must be accounted for in bias network design.

Is BC807-40LVL pin-compatible with BC807-25L or BC807-16L?

Yes-all BC807L variants share identical SOT23 pinout (Pin 1 = Base, Pin 2 = Emitter, Pin 3 = Collector) and mechanical outline per Figure 16. Electrical differences (h_FE range, minor V_CE(sat) shifts) allow direct substitution where gain tolerance permits, but AEC-Q101 qualification applies only to BC807-40LVL and other L-suffix variants.