Infineon Technologies BCR 196T E6327

Overview

BCR 196T E6327 from Infineon Technologies is a PNP silicon digital transistor with integrated bias resistors (R1 = 47 kΩ, R2 = 22 kΩ), designed for switching, inverting, interface, and driver circuits. It features V_CEO = 50 V, I_C = 70 mA, V_CE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V at I_C = 10 mA/I_B = 0.5 mA, and f_T = 150 MHz, commonly used in low-power logic-level signal translation in automotive body control modules.

For engineers reviewing the BCR 196T E6327 datasheet, BCR 196T E6327 pinout, BCR 196T E6327 application, or BCR 196T E6327 equivalent, key selection criteria include built-in resistor ratio (R1/R2 = 2.14 typ), thermal resistance (R_thJS ≤ 165 K/W), input on/off voltage thresholds, and SOT-23 package compatibility with high-density PCB layouts.

Technical Context

This device operates as a single-transistor switch with emitter-grounded common-emitter configuration. Its integrated R1–R2 network enables direct TTL/CMOS logic-level drive without external base biasing, reducing component count in level-shifting and load-driving applications.

It delivers stable DC current gain (h_FE ≥ 50 at I_C = 5 mA) and fast switching performance (f_T = 150 MHz), supported by low C_cb = 3 pF and tight V_i(on)/V_i(off) specifications (1.5–4.0 V / 1.2–2.6 V), ensuring reliable turn-on/turn-off across temperature and process variation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

BCR 196T E6327 is housed in a standard SOT-23 (SC-59) plastic surface-mount package with gull-wing leads, optimized for automated placement and reflow soldering.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP digital transistor applications.

Compared with BCR196W E6327, the BCR 196T E6327 offers identical electrical behavior but trades thermal performance for larger SOT-23 handling ease; versus NSV196000T1G, it provides superior switching speed and tighter input threshold control for timing-critical logic interfacing.

Availability

BCR 196T E6327 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial PLC input stages, consumer appliance control boards, and medical diagnostic instrument fan drivers requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.

Supply support for BCR 196T E6327 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

Infineon Technologies is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs and discrete devices.

The BCR196 series belongs to Infineon's digital transistor product line, engineered for simplified logic-level interface design in cost-sensitive, high-volume applications such as automotive lighting and industrial I/O modules.

FAQ

Is BCR 196T E6327 RoHS compliant and halogen-free?

Yes, BCR 196T E6327 meets RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and is certified halogen-free per IEC 61249-2-21. The SOT-23 package uses lead-free matte tin plating, and material declarations confirm bromine and chlorine content below 900 ppm each.

Can BCR 196T E6327 replace a standard PNP BJT like BC807 in existing designs?

No - BCR 196T E6327 integrates base bias resistors and is not a drop-in replacement for discrete BJTs. Its base terminal connects to an internal R1–R2 divider, so using it without adjusting drive logic may cause incorrect switching thresholds or unintended conduction.

What is the maximum allowable continuous power dissipation at 85°C ambient?

At T_A = 85°C, derated power is calculated using R_thJA ≈ 300 K/W (typical for SOT-23 on 2-layer board). With T_j(max) = 150°C, P_tot = (150 − 85)/300 ≈ 217 mW - but the absolute max rated P_tot is 250 mW at T_S ≤ 109°C, so 200 mW is the conservative limit per datasheet curves.

Does BCR 196T E6327 support pulsed operation beyond its DC ratings?

Yes - the datasheet specifies permissible pulse load ratios up to P_tot(max)/P_tot(DC) = 10 at t_p < 10 µs (D = 0.005). This enables short-duration peak currents up to ~220 mA for driving capacitive loads or inrush-limited solenoids without exceeding junction temperature limits.