Infineon Technologies BCW66KHE6327HTSA1
- Part No.:
- BCW66KHE6327HTSA1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
BCW66KHE6327HTSA1.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS NPN 45V 0.8A PG-SOT23
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Product details
Overview
BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 from Infineon Technologies is an NPN silicon general-purpose audio-frequency transistor in SOT23 package, rated for 45 V VCEO, 800 mA IC, and 500 mW Ptot, with hFE group H (180–250 at 100 µA–10 mA), low VCE(sat) of 0.3 V @ 100 mA/10 mA, and fT = 170 MHz - used in discrete amplifier stages and switching circuits in automotive body control modules.
For engineers reviewing the BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 datasheet, BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 pinout, BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 application, or BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include verified hFE grouping (H), thermal resistance RthJS ≤ 70 K/W, AEC-Q101 qualification, complementary pairing with BCW68, and SOT23 footprint compatibility for space-constrained PCB layouts.
Technical Context
This NPN bipolar junction transistor operates in linear amplification and saturated switching modes, with guaranteed DC current gain across three test conditions: hFE ≥ 180 (100 µA–10 mA), ≥ 250 (100 mA), and ≥ 250–400 (500 mA). Its low VCE(sat) (0.3 V typical @ 100 mA/10 mA) and VBE(sat) (1.25 V @ same condition) support efficient low-voltage switching in 5 V and 3.3 V logic-driven loads.
The device features fT = 170 MHz at IC = 50 mA/VCE = 5 V, Ccb = 3 pF @ VCB = 10 V, and Ceb = 40 pF @ VEB = 0.5 V - enabling stable operation up to mid-VHF range in tuned preamp and oscillator buffer stages without parasitic oscillation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 45 V - supports rail-to-rail operation in 24 V automotive subsystems with margin against transients. |
| IC | 800 mA continuous - drives medium-power relays, LED strings, or small solenoids directly from microcontroller GPIO. |
| hFE (Group H) | 180–250 @ 100 µA–10 mA - ensures predictable bias stability in Class-A amplifier stages without emitter degeneration. |
| VCE(sat) | 0.3 V @ 100 mA/10 mA - reduces conduction loss to <30 mW in switching applications, minimizing self-heating. |
| fT | 170 MHz - enables use in RF driver stages up to ~50 MHz with controlled gain roll-off. |
| RthJS | ≤70 K/W - allows 500 mW dissipation with ≤35 °C junction-to-solder-point rise, supporting compact thermal layout. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - meets stress-test requirements for automotive electronics including temperature cycling and HTRB. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23-3 plastic surface-mount package with gull-wing leads, 1.3 mm pitch, and 2.9 mm × 1.3 mm footprint. Pin 1 = Base, Pin 2 = Emitter, Pin 3 = Collector - marked "EHs" on top surface per Infineon standard.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Base) | Current-controlled input node | Accepts 10–100 mA drive current; requires series resistor to limit IB and ensure hFE-dependent saturation. |
| 2 (Emitter) | Reference terminal for VBE and IE | Connected to ground or low-impedance return path; critical for stable bias point in common-emitter configuration. |
| 3 (Collector) | Output current sink | Delivers up to 800 mA load current; routed to power rail via minimal trace inductance to avoid switching overshoot. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| High hFE group H | Guaranteed 180–250 gain at low-mid current, reducing base drive burden and enabling single-stage amplification. |
| Low VCE(sat) | 0.3 V typical at 100 mA/10 mA ensures <3% voltage drop in 3.3 V logic-switched loads, preserving headroom. |
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive under-hood environments including -40 °C to +150 °C operation and humidity exposure. |
| Complementary PNP pair | BCW68 available for push-pull output stages, matching VCEO, IC, and thermal characteristics. |
| Pb-free RoHS compliance | Meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU with SnAgCu solder compatibility and no exemption reporting required. |
Applications
| Automotive Body Control Unit | Industrial Sensor Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving 12 V relay coils and LED status indicators in door module PCBs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete NPN switch replacing integrated drivers where cost and thermal isolation are prioritized. Use Value: 0.3 V VCE(sat) limits coil power loss to 30 mW at 100 mA, preventing thermal derating in sealed enclosures. | Use Scenario: Level-shifting and buffering analog sensor outputs (e.g., thermistor networks) into ADC inputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Emitter-follower buffer providing low-output-impedance drive without loading sensitive resistive dividers. Use Value: hFE ≥ 180 ensures <1% gain error over 0–100 °C ambient, maintaining measurement linearity. |
| Consumer Audio Preamp Stage | Power Supply Enable Switch |
Use Scenario: First-stage amplification in portable speaker ICs before op-amp input, handling 20 Hz–20 kHz signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-emitter small-signal amplifier biased at 1 mA IC for optimal fT/noise trade-off. Use Value: fT = 170 MHz provides >8× bandwidth margin at 20 kHz, ensuring flat gain response and low phase distortion. | Use Scenario: Enabling 5 V buck converter output during system wake-up, controlled by MCU GPIO. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side or low-side enable switch with fast turn-on (<100 ns) and minimal leakage during sleep. Use Value: ICBO ≤ 20 µA at 150 °C prevents false activation in hot ambient, meeting automotive ASIL-B functional safety thresholds. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN general-purpose transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC817-40,215 (Nexperia) | Same SOT23 package, hFE = 250–600 (group Q), VCEO = 45 V, but higher VCE(sat) = 0.7 V @ 100 mA/10 mA. | Less suitable for low-voltage switching; better for high-gain linear amplification where saturation voltage is secondary. | Select when gain consistency across wide IC range is critical, not low-loss switching. |
| MMBT3904LT1G (ON Semiconductor) | Same SOT23, VCEO = 40 V (5 V lower), hFE = 100–300 (group 1E), fT = 300 MHz, but not AEC-Q101 qualified. | Not approved for automotive use; preferred in consumer-grade USB-powered devices requiring higher fT. | Select for non-automotive designs needing faster switching or tighter hFE binning, accepting reduced voltage margin. |
Compared with BCW66KHE6327HTSA1, BC817-40 offers broader hFE range but higher conduction loss, while MMBT3904LT1G delivers higher speed and gain uniformity but lacks automotive qualification and voltage rating - making BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 optimal for cost-sensitive, thermally constrained AEC-Q101-compliant switching.
Availability
BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control units, industrial sensor interfaces, consumer audio preamplifiers, and power supply enable switches requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q101 assurance.
Supply support for BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 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 AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive electronics, and security solutions, with global manufacturing and R&D centers.
The BCW66K belongs to Infineon's BCW family of general-purpose bipolar transistors designed for reliable, low-cost discrete switching and amplification in automotive and industrial control systems.
FAQ
What is the exact hFE range for BCW66KHE6327HTSA1?
The BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 is hFE group H: minimum 180 at IC = 100 µA–10 mA/VCE = 1 V, minimum 250 at IC = 100 mA/VCE = 1 V, and minimum 250 at IC = 500 mA/VCE = 1 V. This is confirmed in Infineon's 2011-09-30 datasheet revision, page 2.
Is BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 pin-compatible with BCW66G or BCW66F?
Yes - all BCW66 variants (F/G/H) share identical SOT23-3 pinout: Pin 1 = Base, Pin 2 = Emitter, Pin 3 = Collector. The suffix denotes hFE grouping only; electrical pin functions and mechanical footprint are fully interchangeable.
Does BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 support pulsed operation beyond 800 mA?
Yes - peak collector current ICM is rated at 1 A for pulse widths ≤10 ms (duty cycle ≤2%). This is validated per Infineon's safe operating area curves on page 5, enabling short-duration surge handling in motor commutation or fault detection circuits.
Can BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 replace BCW68 in a circuit?
No - BCW66K is NPN; BCW68 is its complementary PNP counterpart. Direct substitution would invert logic polarity and cause circuit failure. They are intended for paired use in push-pull or differential configurations, not interchange.
BCW66KHE6327HTSA1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Last Time Buy
- Transistor Type:
- NPN
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 800 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 45 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 450mV @ 50mA, 500mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 20nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 250 @ 100mA, 1V
- Power - Max:
- 500 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 170MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PG-SOT23
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