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Nexperia USA Inc. BCP52-16TF
- Part No.:
- BCP52-16TF
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-261-4, TO-261AA
- Datasheet:
-
BCP52-16TF.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 60V 1A SOT-223
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Product details
Overview
BCP52-16TF from Nexperia is a PNP medium-power bipolar junction transistor in SOT223 (SC-73) package, rated for −60 V VCEO, −1 A continuous collector current, and 1.3 W power dissipation on 6 cm² copper pad. It delivers hFE = 100–250 at VCE = −2 V and IC = −150 mA, and is AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive-grade reliability in high-side switch and linear regulator applications.
For engineers reviewing the BCP52-16TF datasheet, BCP52-16TF pinout, BCP52-16TF application, or BCP52-16TF equivalent, this page provides verified pin functions, thermal derating curves, safe operating area limits, hFE binning details, and validated alternatives for voltage regulation, MOSFET driving, and power management designs.
Technical Context
This PNP transistor operates with open-base collector-emitter breakdown of −60 V and emitter-base breakdown of −5 V, supporting stable biasing in linear and switching modes across −55 °C to +150 °C ambient. Its pulsed peak collector current reaches −2 A (tp ≤ 1 ms), enabling robust transient handling in power control circuits.
The device exhibits fT = 100–140 MHz at VCE = −5 V, IC = −50 mA, and features Cc = 7 pF at VCB = −10 V - confirming suitability for moderate-frequency switching and analog amplification where gain stability and capacitance control are critical.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −60 V: Maximum safe collector-emitter voltage with base open; defines upper rail tolerance in high-side switch configurations. |
| IC | −1 A continuous: Sustained DC load current capability; supports 1 A linear regulators or gate drivers without forced cooling. |
| hFE | 100–250 at VCE = −2 V, IC = −150 mA: Tight current gain bin ensures predictable base drive requirements in feedback loops. |
| Ptot | 1.3 W on 6 cm² single-sided FR4: Thermal performance enables compact PCB layouts with minimal heatsinking for medium-power stages. |
| fT | 100–140 MHz: Enables stable operation up to ~100 MHz in small-signal amplification or fast-switching gate drive buffering. |
| Rth(j-a) | 97 K/W on 6 cm² copper: Confirmed thermal resistance allows accurate junction temperature prediction under steady-state load. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ −500 mV at IC = −500 mA, IB = −50 mA: Low saturation voltage minimizes conduction loss in saturated-switch applications. |
Pinout & Package
SOT223 (SC-73) surface-mount plastic package with integrated heatsink tab (pin 4 connected to collector); 4-terminal layout optimized for thermal dissipation and board-level reliability in automotive and industrial environments.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base (B) | Control input node; requires −15 mA typical base drive for full saturation at −500 mA collector current. |
| 2 | Collector (C) | Main current sink terminal; electrically tied to pin 4 for enhanced thermal conduction to PCB copper. |
| 3 | Emitter (E) | Current source reference node; connects to positive supply rail in high-side switch topologies. |
| 4 | Collector (C) | Heatsink-connected collector terminal; must be soldered to ≥6 cm² copper pour for rated 1.3 W dissipation. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive underhood use per stress test standard, including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD. |
| Three hFE bins | BCP52-16T offers 100–250 gain range - enabling precise base resistor selection without design margin overkill. |
| High ICM | −2 A peak pulse rating (tp ≤ 1 ms) supports surge current handling in motor driver pre-drivers and fault-tolerant regulators. |
| Low VBE | ≤ −1 V at IC = −500 mA ensures minimal base drive power loss and compatibility with 3.3 V/5 V logic-level controllers. |
| Thermal robustness | Rth(j-sp) = 18 K/W to solder point enables rapid heat transfer to PCB, reducing thermal runaway risk in dense layouts. |
Applications
| Linear Voltage Regulators | MOSFET Drivers |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Pass transistor in adjustable 3-terminal linear regulators delivering up to 1 A output current. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP pass element controlling output voltage via feedback loop; operates in active region for ripple suppression. Use Value: −60 V VCEO and 1.3 W dissipation support >40 V input-to-output differential with stable thermal behavior on standard FR4. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting and current-boosting stage driving N-channel MOSFET gates in half-bridge power stages. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side level shifter and gate current amplifier; switches at ≤100 kHz with controlled rise/fall times. Use Value: 100–250 hFE bin ensures consistent gate charge delivery across production lots, minimizing timing skew. |
| High-Side Switches | Power Management |
Use Scenario: Load switch for battery-powered systems requiring reverse-polarity and overcurrent protection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main current path switch controlled by microcontroller GPIO; operates in saturation during ON state. Use Value: −500 mV VCE(sat) at −500 mA reduces conduction loss to <250 mW, extending battery runtime in portable equipment. |
Use Scenario: Current sensing and enable control in multi-rail PMIC subsystems for industrial PLCs and telecom modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision current mirror reference or enable logic translator interfacing between isolated domains. Use Value: AEC-Q101 qualification and −55 °C to +150 °C operation guarantee functional safety compliance in harsh environment deployments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP medium-power transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCP52-10TF | hFE = 63–160 (lower gain bin); identical VCEO, IC, package, and thermal specs. | Preferred where lower base drive sensitivity is acceptable, e.g., fixed-resistor biasing in cost-sensitive consumer power supplies. | Select when gain consistency is less critical than cost, and base current budget exceeds 20 mA. |
| ZTX951 | TO-92 package, −100 V VCEO, −1.5 A IC, hFE = 100–800; higher voltage rating but no AEC-Q101 qualification. | Suitable for non-automotive industrial controls requiring extended voltage margin but not automotive reliability certification. | Choose only if board space permits TO-92 and AEC-Q101 compliance is not required; verify SOA against BCP52-16TF. |
Compared with BCP52-10TF, the -16TF offers tighter hFE control for precision biasing; versus ZTX951, it trades higher voltage headroom for automotive qualification, SMT compatibility, and superior thermal performance on FR4.
Availability
BCP52-16TF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for linear voltage regulators, MOSFET drivers, and high-side switches requiring stable component supply, AEC-Q101 compliance, and SOT223 thermal performance.
Supply support for BCP52-16TF 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-enhancing components, with leadership in logic, discrete, and MOSFET technologies for automotive, industrial, and mobile markets.
The BCP52T series belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified medium-power bipolar portfolio, engineered specifically for high-reliability linear regulation, power switching, and interface buffering in demanding automotive and industrial environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable junction temperature for BCP52-16TF?
The absolute maximum junction temperature is 150 °C, as defined in IEC 60134 limiting values. Operation above this threshold risks permanent parametric shift or failure. Derating is required above Tamb = 25 °C - for example, maximum power drops to ~0.8 W at 75 °C ambient on a 6 cm² copper pad.
Is BCP52-16TF pin-compatible with other SOT223 PNP transistors like MMBT5401?
No - BCP52-16TF has a 4-pin SOT223 outline with collector duplicated on pins 2 and 4, while MMBT5401 uses a 3-pin SOT-23 package. Pin count, footprint, thermal pad connection, and current ratings differ significantly; direct substitution is not mechanically or electrically viable.
Does BCP52-16TF support pulsed operation beyond its DC current rating?
Yes - it supports −2 A peak collector current for single pulses ≤1 ms, provided duty cycle remains low (δ ≤ 0.02) and thermal mass prevents junction overheating. This capability is validated in Figure 2 (SOA curve) and Table 6 (limiting values).
How does the marking "P5216T" correlate to the part number BCP52-16TF?
"P5216T" is the top-side laser marking code for BCP52-16TF per Table 5, used for traceability and visual identification on the SOT223 body. The 'P' prefix denotes Nexperia's transistor family, '52' identifies the BCP52 series, '16' indicates the hFE bin, and 'T' confirms tape-and-reel packaging.
BCP52-16TF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-261-4, TO-261AA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 1 A
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 60 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 150mA, 2V
- Power - Max:
- 1.3 W
- Frequency - Transition:
- 140MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-223
BCP52-16TF FAQ
1.How can I place an order for BCP52-16TF through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for BCP52-16TF on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for BCP52-16TF reliable?
The price and inventory of BCP52-16TF are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for BCP52-16TF is usually 5 days.
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Once your BCP52-16TF order is processed, you will receive an email with the shipment details and tracking number.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for BCP52-16TF?
For technical support, including BCP52-16TF datasheets, pinout diagrams, or application guidance, please contact our engineering support team. They can provide detailed documentation and assistance for your BCP52-16TF requirements.
6.How does Aetrix verify that BCP52-16TF is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All BCP52-16TF 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 BCP52-16TF meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of BCP52-16TF?
All BCP52-16TF units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with BCP52-16TF, 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 BCP52-16TF part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for BCP52-16TF:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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