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Nexperia USA Inc. BC816-16H-QR

Name: BC816-16H-QR
Brand: Nexperia USA Inc.
SKU: BC816-16H-QR
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Part No.:: BC816-16H-QR

Manufacturer:: Nexperia USA Inc.

Category:: Single Bipolar Transistors

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

Datasheet:: BC816-16H-QR.pdf

Description:: TRANS NPN 80V 0.5A TO-236AB

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Overview

BC816-16H-Q from Nexperia is an AEC-Q101-qualified NPN general-purpose transistor in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, rated for 80 V V_CEO, 500 mA I_C, and DC current gain (h_FE) of 100–250 at V_CE = 1 V, I_C = 100 mA. It operates up to 175 °C junction temperature and serves as a robust switching or amplification device in 48 V automotive board nets.

For engineers reviewing the BC816-16H-Q datasheet, BC816-16H-Q pinout, BC816-16H-Q application, or BC816-16H-Q equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal derating behavior, automotive qualification status, and real-world use context for high-reliability discrete selection.

Technical Context

This NPN bipolar junction transistor features a planar epitaxial die structure optimized for stable DC current gain across wide temperature ranges (−55 °C to +175 °C) and exhibits low V_CE(sat) of ≤400 mV at I_C = 500 mA and I_B = 50 mA. Its 80 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage supports operation in 48 V automotive systems with margin against transients.

The device uses standard SOT23 footprint with defined reflow and wave soldering land patterns, and its thermal resistance R_th(j-a) is 500 K/W on FR4 PCB with standard footprint-critical for thermal design in space-constrained modules.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CEO	80 V - Withstands 48 V automotive supply rail transients without breakdown
I_C	500 mA continuous - Supports medium-power load switching (e.g., solenoids, LED arrays)
h_FE	100–250 @ V_CE=1 V, I_C=100 mA - Enables predictable base drive sizing for saturation
V_CE(sat)	≤400 mV @ I_C=500 mA, I_B=50 mA - Minimizes conduction loss and self-heating in switching mode
T_j(max)	175 °C - Certified for under-hood automotive environments with no derating below 150 °C
Q-grade	AEC-Q101 qualified - Meets stress test requirements for automotive discrete semiconductors
C_c	2 pF @ V_CB=10 V - Low collector capacitance supports >100 MHz transition frequency (f_T)

Pinout & Package

BC816-16H-Q is housed in a standard SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mount package measuring 2.9 mm × 1.3 mm × 1.0 mm, with gull-wing leads compatible with automated assembly and IPC-7351B footprint standards.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1	Base (B)	Control terminal; requires ~50 mA drive for full saturation at 500 mA collector current
2	Emitter (E)	Current return path; internally connected to substrate; must be tied to lowest potential in switch configuration
3	Collector (C)	High-side load connection; electrically isolated from package tab; rated for 80 V blocking

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
High-voltage capability	80 V V_CEO enables direct use in 48 V battery architectures without external clamping
Automotive qualification	AEC-Q101 compliance ensures reliability for safety-critical non-safety subsystems (e.g., HVAC, lighting control)
High-temperature operation	Rated up to 175 °C junction temperature-no derating required for under-dash or engine bay mounting
Two h_FE grades	BC816-16H-Q (100–250) and BC816-25H-Q (160–400) allow precise gain matching in analog feedback paths
Low saturation voltage	V_CE(sat) ≤ 400 mV reduces power dissipation by >30% vs. legacy 1 V typical devices at same I_C

Applications

Automotive Body Control Module

Industrial 48 V DC Power Distribution

Use Scenario: Driving 12 W incandescent lamp loads in door module logic outputs.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: NPN switch controlling ground-return path for lamps; operates in saturated on/off mode with <10 µs turn-on/turn-off.

Use Value: 80 V rating absorbs load dump spikes up to 65 V; 175 °C rating prevents thermal shutdown during prolonged lamp-on cycles.

Use Scenario: Enabling/disabling auxiliary 48 V rails in programmable power supplies.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Medium-current series pass switch in discrete OR-ing or hot-swap circuitry.

Use Value: 500 mA I_C and 400 mV V_CE(sat) limit insertion loss to <200 mW per channel at full load.

Consumer Appliance Motor Driver Stage

Medical Portable Equipment Power Sequencing

Use Scenario: Level-shifting and current amplification for microcontroller-driven brushed DC motor H-bridge enable signals.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital interface buffer between 3.3 V logic and 24–48 V motor supply domains.

Use Value: 100–250 h_FE ensures reliable saturation with minimal GPIO current; SOT23 footprint saves board area in compact enclosures.

Use Scenario: Controlling power-up sequence of isolated sensor subassemblies in battery-powered diagnostic tools.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete enable switch for regulated 5 V/3.3 V rails with controlled rise time via base resistor.

Use Value: AEC-Q101 qualification provides traceable reliability data for medical OEM documentation; 7 V V_EBO supports safe biasing from auxiliary LDOs.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN switching applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
BC816-25H-Q	Higher h_FE range (160–400) at same V_CEO/I_C ratings; identical package and pinout	Better suited for low-base-drive designs (e.g., weak MCU GPIOs); may require adjusted base resistor for same I_C	Select when tighter h_FE tolerance or lower I_B is needed; verify stability under worst-case gain spread
MMBT3904LT1G	Lower V_CEO (40 V), lower I_C (200 mA), wider h_FE spread (100–300), same SOT23 package	Not suitable for 48 V systems; limited to 24 V or lower rails; higher thermal resistance (625 K/W)	Acceptable only in non-automotive, low-voltage (<30 V), low-current (<200 mA) applications where AEC-Q101 is not required

Compared with BC816-25H-Q, the BC816-16H-Q offers tighter h_FE control for predictable base drive; compared with MMBT3904LT1G, it delivers 2× voltage headroom and 2.5× current capacity with automotive qualification-making it irreplaceable in 48 V board-net switching.

Availability

BC816-16H-Q is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial 48 V power distribution, and medical portable equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for BC816-16H-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 high-volume, high-reliability essential semiconductors-including discrete devices, logic ICs, and MOSFETs-with manufacturing rooted in process excellence and automotive-grade quality systems.

The BC816H-Q series belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified general-purpose transistor product line, designed specifically for robust, cost-effective switching and amplification in harsh-environment automotive and industrial applications.

FAQ

Is BC816-16H-Q suitable for linear amplification applications?

Yes-it maintains stable h_FE from −55 °C to +175 °C and exhibits low V_BE variation (0.5–1.2 V) across I_C = 1 mA to 500 mA, enabling predictable small-signal gain in Class-A amplifier stages. However, its 500 mA I_C limit and 415 mW P_tot (with heatsink pad) constrain output power to <100 mW in continuous operation.

What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?

The absolute maximum peak base current is 200 mA (single pulse, t_p ≤ 1 ms), but for continuous DC operation, I_B must be limited to ensure junction temperature stays ≤175 °C. At I_C = 500 mA and h_FE = 100, I_B = 5 mA is sufficient; sustained I_B > 10 mA requires thermal analysis due to internal power dissipation in the base-emitter junction.

Does BC816-16H-Q have a built-in ESD protection diode?

No-the device has no integrated ESD protection. Its ESD rating is unclassified per JESD22-A114 (HBM), and external protection (e.g., 100 Ω series resistor + 10 nF bypass to ground) is recommended for handling and PCB-level transient suppression, especially in automotive assembly lines where static discharge exceeds 2 kV.

Can BC816-16H-Q replace BC846B in existing designs?

Only with circuit validation: BC816-16H-Q has 2× higher V_CEO (80 V vs. 65 V) and 2.5× higher I_C (500 mA vs. 100 mA), but its h_FE min is lower (100 vs. 200) and V_CE(sat) is higher (400 mV vs. 300 mV typical). Base resistor values and thermal layout must be re-evaluated to avoid unintended saturation margin loss or overheating.

BC816-16H-QR Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Nexperia USA Inc.

Series:: BC816H

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

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

Product Status:: Active

Transistor Type:: NPN

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

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 80 V

Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:: 400mV @ 50mA, 500mA

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

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

Power - Max:: 300 mW

Frequency - Transition:: 100MHz

Operating Temperature:: 175°C (TJ)

Grade:: Automotive

Qualification:: AEC-Q101

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: TO-236AB

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