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Infineon Technologies BCR196WE6327
- Part No.:
- BCR196WE6327
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Datasheet:
-
BCR196WE6327.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS PNP 50V SOT323-3
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Product details
Overview
BCR196WE6327 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 in automotive and industrial control systems. It features VCEO = 50 V, IC = 70 mA, VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V at IC = 10 mA/IB = 0.5 mA, and AEC-Q101 qualification.
For engineers reviewing the BCR196WE6327 datasheet, BCR196WE6327 pinout, BCR196WE6327 application, or BCR196WE6327 equivalent, key selection criteria include built-in resistor ratio (R1/R2 = 2.14 typ.), input on/off voltage thresholds (Vi(on) = 1.5–4 V, Vi(off) = 1.2–2.6 V), thermal resistance (RthJS ≤ 105 K/W), and SOT323 package compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
This digital transistor integrates two precision bias resistors to enable direct logic-level drive without external components. Its PNP configuration supports high-side switching in low-voltage DC control paths, with guaranteed VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V ensuring minimal conduction loss at IC = 10 mA.
The device operates across –65 °C to +150 °C storage and junction temperature ranges, and its AEC-Q101 qualification confirms suitability for automotive powertrain and body electronics where reliability under thermal cycling and vibration is critical.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 50 V - Maximum collector-emitter voltage before breakdown; enables use in 24 V automotive supply rails with safety margin. |
| IC | 70 mA - Continuous collector current rating; supports driving small relays, LEDs, or logic inputs without external current limiting. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.3 V @ IC/IB = 20 - Low saturation voltage minimizes power dissipation and self-heating in switching applications. |
| R1 / R2 | 47 kΩ / 22 kΩ (ratio 2.14 typ.) - Fixed internal resistor network eliminates need for external biasing, reducing BOM count and layout area. |
| fT | 150 MHz typ. - Sufficient gain-bandwidth for fast digital switching up to ~10 MHz edge rates in interface circuits. |
| RthJS | ≤ 105 K/W - Thermal resistance from junction to soldering point; enables stable operation at TS ≤ 124 °C with standard PCB copper pour. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - Meets stress test requirements for automotive semiconductor discrete devices, including HTSL, TC, and AC/DC life testing. |
Pinout & Package
BCR196WE6327 is housed in a RoHS-compliant SOT323 (SC-70) plastic surface-mount package, measuring 2.1 mm × 1.25 mm × 0.9 mm, optimized for high-density automotive PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (B) | Base connection to internal R1–R2 divider network | Accepts TTL/CMOS logic input; internal R1 pulls base high, R2 pulls base to emitter for defined turn-off state. |
| 2 (E) | Emitter terminal | Connected to system ground or low-side reference; serves as common return path for load current. |
| 3 (C) | Collector terminal | Switches high-side loads (e.g., 12 V relay coil); current flows from VCC through load into collector when active. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated bias resistors | R1 = 47 kΩ ±29%, R2 = 22 kΩ ±29%; eliminates external components and ensures consistent turn-on/turn-off thresholds. |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.3 V at IC = 10 mA - Reduces power loss to <3 mW in saturated switching, easing thermal design. |
| Automotive qualification | AEC-Q101 compliant - Validated for temperature cycling, humidity, and mechanical shock per automotive reliability standards. |
| Input voltage thresholds | Vi(on) = 1.5–4 V, Vi(off) = 1.2–2.6 V - Compatible with 3.3 V and 5 V logic families without level-shifting circuitry. |
Applications
| Automotive Door Module | Industrial PLC Output Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving window lift motor direction control relays via microcontroller GPIO. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side PNP switch enabling 12 V relay coil activation with logic-level enable signal. Use Value: Built-in R1/R2 ensures clean turn-off during MCU reset; VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V limits relay coil heating and extends contact life. | Use Scenario: Isolating and amplifying 24 V DC output signals from PLC CPU to field actuators. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Logic-compatible interface transistor converting 3.3 V FPGA output to 24 V load-switching capability. Use Value: Input voltage thresholds match industrial logic levels; AEC-Q101 qualification provides long-term reliability in factory-floor environments. |
| LED Status Indicator Driver | USB Port Power Switch |
Use Scenario: Controlling multi-color status LEDs on automotive infotainment panels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-current PNP switch regulating LED anode current with PWM dimming support. Use Value: fT = 150 MHz allows clean PWM edges up to 10 kHz; SOT323 footprint saves board space in tight front-panel layouts. | Use Scenario: Enabling/disabling 5 V USB VBUS to peripheral devices in embedded host controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Load switch providing controlled inrush current and overcurrent protection via external sense resistor. Use Value: VCEO = 50 V accommodates USB voltage tolerance; low RthJS ensures stable operation during sustained 500 mA load conditions. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP digital transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCR198WE6327 | VCEO = 60 V, R1/R2 = 4.7, higher Vi(on) threshold (2.0–5.0 V) | Better suited for 48 V telecom or industrial bus interfaces requiring higher voltage headroom | Select when operating above 36 V supply or needing higher noise immunity on input. |
| NSVD120DP033T1G | PNP digital transistor with R1 = 100 kΩ, R2 = 47 kΩ; lower IC rating (50 mA) | Optimized for ultra-low-power sensor interface circuits with <10 µA standby leakage | Prefer for battery-powered modules where quiescent current and input leakage dominate design constraints. |
Compared with BCR196WE6327, BCR198WE6327 offers higher voltage tolerance but less precise input threshold matching, while NSVD120DP033T1G trades current capacity for lower standby power-making each optimal for distinct voltage, speed, or efficiency priorities.
Availability
BCR196WE6327 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, industrial PLC output stages, LED driver circuits, and USB power management systems requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q101 compliance.
Supply support for BCR196WE6327 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 electronics, and industrial control ICs and discrete devices.
BCR196WE6327 belongs to Infineon's BCR series of digital transistors, engineered specifically for simplified logic-driven switching in automotive and industrial environments where board space, reliability, and qualification rigor are critical.
FAQ
Is BCR196WE6327 pin-compatible with standard SOT323 PNP transistors like BC807?
No. BCR196WE6327 integrates internal bias resistors and uses Base–Emitter–Collector pinout (1=B, 2=E, 3=C), whereas BC807 is a bare transistor with Base–Collector–Emitter (1=B, 2=C, 3=E). Direct replacement requires PCB layout revision and logic interface revalidation.
What is the maximum allowable continuous power dissipation at 85 °C ambient?
At TA = 85 °C, derated power dissipation is calculated using RthJA ≈ 250 K/W (typ. for SOT323 on 1 cm² 1-oz copper) and Tj(max) = 150 °C: Ptot = (150 − 85) / 250 = 260 mW. However, datasheet specifies Ptot = 250 mW max at TS ≤ 124 °C, so 250 mW is the safe limit.
Can BCR196WE6327 be used in linear amplifier configurations?
No. It is optimized for digital switching only. The integrated R1/R2 network fixes biasing for saturation/cutoff operation, and hFE variation (50 min) and lack of small-signal linearity data make it unsuitable for analog amplification or Class-A/B biasing.
Does BCR196WE6327 support PWM switching at 25 kHz?
Yes. With fT = 150 MHz and VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V, it supports clean 25 kHz PWM edge transitions. Layout must minimize trace inductance and ensure adequate gate drive rise/fall times (<100 ns) to avoid shoot-through in half-bridge configurations.
BCR196WE6327 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- PNP - Pre-Biased
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 70 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 50 V
- Resistor - Base (R1):
- 47 kOhms
- Resistor - Emitter Base (R2):
- 22 kOhms
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 50 @ 5mA, 5V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 300mV @ 500µA, 10mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- Frequency - Transition:
- 150 MHz
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PG-SOT323-3
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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.
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