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Nexperia USA Inc. BC807-40-QR
- Part No.:
- BC807-40-QR
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
BC807-40-QR.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 45V 0.5A TO-236AB
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Product details
Overview
BC807-40-QR 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 250–600 at VCE = −1 V and IC = −100 mA. It serves as a low-voltage switching or linear amplification device in automotive body control modules, LED driver stages, and power rail enable circuits.
For engineers reviewing the BC807-40-QR datasheet, BC807-40-QR pinout, BC807-40-QR application, or BC807-40-QR equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, AEC-Q101 qualification status, thermal derating behavior, SOT23 pin mapping, and validated automotive-grade alternatives - all grounded in Nexperia's official Rev. 1 product data sheet dated 4 June 2021.
Technical Context
This transistor operates as a single-element PNP BJT with base-controlled current amplification. Its hFE range (250–600) supports stable biasing across temperature (−55 °C to +150 °C), while VCE(sat) ≤ −700 mV at IC = −500 mA / IB = −50 mA enables efficient low-side switching in 5 V and 3.3 V logic-driven loads.
Thermal resistance Rth(j-a) is 500 K/W on standard FR4 PCB and improves to 362 K/W with 1 cm² collector pad - directly informing layout-dependent power handling up to 250 mW at 25 °C ambient. The device meets AEC-Q101 stress test requirements for automotive use, including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD robustness.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −45 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage with open base; defines upper rail limit for 36 V automotive systems. |
| IC | −500 mA continuous: Sustained load current capability without thermal runaway on standard PCB layout. |
| hFE | 250–600 at VCE = −1 V, IC = −100 mA: Ensures reliable base drive margin for switch saturation in noise-immune digital interfaces. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ −700 mV at IC = −500 mA, IB = −50 mA: Minimizes conduction loss in high-duty-cycle switching applications like fan control. |
| Ptot | 250 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C (standard footprint): Sets maximum dissipation before thermal derating begins. |
| fT | 80 MHz: Supports small-signal amplification up to audio band and fast edge response in pulse-width modulation drivers. |
| Rth(j-a) | 500 K/W (standard FR4): Enables thermal modeling for board-level reliability in under-hood environments. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mounted package with 3 leads; 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 1.1 mm height, and gull-wing terminations compatible with reflow and wave soldering per IPC-7095.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base (B) | Current-controlled input node; requires ≥12 mA drive for full saturation at 500 mA load. |
| 2 | Emitter (E) | Common reference terminal tied to higher potential rail; carries full load current and sets VBE bias path. |
| 3 | Collector (C) | Output current sink node; connected to load return path; thermally coupled to PCB copper for heat dissipation. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive under-hood operation including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD (HBM ≥ 2 kV). |
| Three hFE grades | BC807-40-Q provides highest gain bin (250–600), enabling reduced base drive current vs. -16-Q or -25-Q variants. |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤ −700 mV ensures <100 mW conduction loss at 500 mA, critical for thermally constrained PCBs. |
| High fT | 80 MHz transition frequency supports clean signal integrity in PWM dimming and sensor interface buffering. |
| Standard SOT23 footprint | Enables drop-in replacement with BC807-16-Q/BC807-25-Q and compatibility with existing pick-and-place tooling. |
Applications
| Automotive Door Module Switching | Industrial LED Driver Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Controlling window lift motor enable lines and mirror fold/unfold relays in door ECUs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch sinking current from microcontroller GPIO to ground-referenced load. Use Value: −45 V rating withstands load dump transients; AEC-Q101 qualification ensures 15-year field reliability. |
Use Scenario: Driving 20–100 mA indicator LEDs in PLC I/O modules and HMI panels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Constant-current sink amplifier stage with fixed base bias network. Use Value: Tight hFE bin (250–600) reduces LED brightness variance across production batches. |
| Consumer Power Rail Enable | Medical Sensor Signal Conditioning |
Use Scenario: Enabling 3.3 V or 5 V subsystem rails in portable diagnostic devices using MCU-controlled P-channel MOSFET gate drive. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Level-shifting inverter between 1.8 V logic and higher-voltage PMOS gate. Use Value: Low VCE(sat) minimizes voltage drop in rail-enable path, preserving regulation accuracy. |
Use Scenario: Amplifying low-level thermistor or strain gauge signals in battery-powered patient monitors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete emitter-follower buffer isolating sensitive analog front-end from noisy digital domains. Use Value: 80 MHz fT preserves signal fidelity up to 10 kHz bandwidth without phase shift or distortion. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC807-40,115 | Same electrical specs and SOT23 package; differs only in tape/reel packaging (115 = 3,000 pcs/reel vs. QR = 10,000 pcs/reel). | No functional difference; identical in circuit design, layout, and thermal performance. | Select when volume procurement favors standard reel size over custom packaging. |
| MMBT3906LT1G | Lower hFE (100–300), higher VCE(sat) (≤ −400 mV @ IC = −100 mA), same −40 V rating and SOT23 footprint. | Less suitable for high-gain switching at 500 mA; better for low-current (<100 mA) signal inversion where gain consistency is secondary. | Choose only if legacy design uses MMBT3906LT1G and redesign is not feasible; verify hFE margin at operating point. |
Compared with BC807-40-QR, BC807-40,115 offers identical performance with standardized reel logistics, while MMBT3906LT1G trades gain and saturation voltage for broader legacy compatibility - making the QR variant optimal for new AEC-Q101-compliant designs requiring high-current, low-loss PNP switching.
Availability
BC807-40-QR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial LED drivers, consumer power management, and medical sensor interfaces requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for BC807-40-QR 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 advanced packaging.
The BC807-Q series targets cost-sensitive, space-constrained automotive and industrial applications requiring robust PNP switching with AEC-Q101 validation and tight hFE grading - delivering reliability without design complexity.
FAQ
Is BC807-40-QR pin-compatible with BC807-16-Q and BC807-25-Q?
Yes - all BC807-Q series variants share identical SOT23 pinout (1: Base, 2: Emitter, 3: Collector), mechanical dimensions, and thermal characteristics. Only hFE bin differs: BC807-40-Q offers 250–600 versus 100–250 (−16-Q) and 160–400 (−25-Q), enabling direct substitution where higher gain is beneficial.
What is the maximum allowable junction temperature during operation?
The absolute maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 150 °C per IEC 60134 limiting values. Operation above this threshold risks permanent degradation. Derating begins at 25 °C ambient, with Ptot decreasing linearly to zero at 150 °C junction temperature - confirmed by Figure 1 in the datasheet.
Does BC807-40-QR support wave soldering?
Yes - Nexperia specifies wave soldering footprints in Figure 18 (sot23_fw), with recommended land pattern dimensions of 2.8 mm × 4.5 mm and 1.4 mm × 1.2 mm pad spacing. Thermal mass and solder wettability are validated for lead-free processes per J-STD-020.
How does AEC-Q101 qualification impact design validation for non-automotive use?
AEC-Q101 qualification ensures enhanced robustness against temperature cycling, humidity, and ESD - providing superior reliability margins even in industrial or medical applications. It does not imply automotive-specific features, but confirms extended lifetime and failure-rate predictability under harsh conditions.
BC807-40-QR 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:
- 250 @ 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
BC807-40-QR FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that BC807-40-QR is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All BC807-40-QR products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that BC807-40-QR meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of BC807-40-QR?
All BC807-40-QR units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with BC807-40-QR, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The BC807-40-QR part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for BC807-40-QR:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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