Infineon Technologies BCX5616H6433XTMA1
- Part No.:
- BCX5616H6433XTMA1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-243AA
- Datasheet:
-
BCX5616H6433XTMA1.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS NPN 80V 1A PG-SOT89
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Product details
Overview
BCX5616H6433XTMA1 from Infineon Technologies is an NPN silicon bipolar junction transistor designed for audio-frequency driver and output stages in automotive and industrial power amplifiers. It features VCEO = 80 V, IC = 1 A continuous, VCE(sat) ≤ 0.5 V at IC = 500 mA / IB = 50 mA, hFE = 100–250 (at IC = 150 mA), and operates up to Tj = 150 °C in SOT-89 package.
For engineers reviewing the BCX5616H6433XTMA1 datasheet, BCX5616H6433XTMA1 pinout, BCX5616H6433XTMA1 application, or BCX5616H6433XTMA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include guaranteed hFE range at high current, low saturation voltage under switching load, thermal resistance RthJS ≤ 15 K/W, and AEC-Q101 qualification for automotive-grade reliability.
Technical Context
This transistor is optimized for linear and switching operation in medium-power AF amplifier output stages, where stable DC current gain across temperature (25°C to 100°C) and low VCE(sat) reduce conduction losses. Its complementary PNP counterpart is BCX52/BCX53 series.
The device supports pulsed operation up to ICM = 1.5 A (tp ≤ 10 ms, D < 2%), with thermal derating defined by Ptot = 2 W at TS ≤ 120 °C and RthJS ≤ 15 K/W enabling robust PCB-level heat dissipation in compact SOT-89 layouts.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 80 V - Maximum collector-emitter voltage before breakdown; enables use in 48 V automotive supply rails with margin. |
| IC | 1 A continuous - Rated collector current defines usable linear/saturation region for driver-stage load handling. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.5 V at IC = 500 mA / IB = 50 mA - Low saturation voltage minimizes power loss and self-heating during switching. |
| hFE | 100–250 at IC = 150 mA - Guaranteed DC current gain range ensures predictable base drive requirements across production lots. |
| fT | 100 MHz - Transition frequency confirms suitability for audio-band amplification without high-frequency instability. |
| RthJS | ≤ 15 K/W - Junction-to-soldering-point thermal resistance enables direct thermal coupling to copper pour on PCB for passive cooling. |
| Tj max | 150 °C - Maximum junction temperature rating supports operation in under-hood automotive environments. |
Pinout & Package
BCX5616H6433XTMA1 is housed in a surface-mount SOT-89 package with standardized 3-pin configuration and integrated heatsink tab (pin 2). The package meets RoHS requirements and is qualified per AEC-Q101 for automotive applications.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Emitter) | E | Reference node for bias network; connected to ground or emitter resistor in common-emitter configurations. |
| 2 (Collector) | C | Main current output terminal; electrically and thermally coupled to heatsink tab for power dissipation. |
| 3 (Base) | B | Control input for current amplification; requires current-limited drive to maintain hFE linearity. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive electronics per stress test standard, including HTGB, HTRB, and temperature cycling. |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.5 V at rated switching current reduces conduction loss and improves efficiency in Class AB output stages. |
| High hFE consistency | 100–250 range at 150 mA ensures stable gain matching across batches for differential pair designs. |
| SOT-89 thermal performance | RthJS ≤ 15 K/W allows ≥1.5 W dissipation with minimal board area, eliminating need for external heatsinks. |
Applications
| Automotive Audio Amplifiers | Industrial Motor Driver Stages |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Final output stage in 20–50 W car radio amplifiers driving 4 Ω speakers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: NPN power switch in complementary push-pull topology delivering linear current amplification. Use Value: VCEO = 80 V provides headroom above 14 V nominal battery rail; low VCE(sat) limits thermal rise at full output. | Use Scenario: High-side driver in 24 V DC motor control modules for HVAC actuators. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Medium-current switch controlling motor winding current via PWM-modulated base drive. Use Value: IC = 1 A and fT = 100 MHz support clean 20 kHz PWM switching with minimal distortion. |
| LED Driver Circuits | Power Supply Pass Transistors |
Use Scenario: Constant-current LED string driver in commercial lighting fixtures operating from 36 V DC bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Linear current regulator with emitter-follower configuration and sense-resistor feedback. Use Value: Stable hFE over temperature ensures consistent LED current regulation without active compensation. | Use Scenario: Series pass element in adjustable linear voltage regulators supplying 5 V/1 A to microcontroller subsystems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-controlled current source regulating output by dissipating excess input-output differential. Use Value: RthJS ≤ 15 K/W enables reliable 1.5 W dissipation at ambient 70 °C without forced air cooling. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN medium-power transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCX56-16TA (ON Semiconductor) | VCEO = 80 V, hFE = 100–250, but RthJS = 18 K/W and not AEC-Q101 qualified. | Lacks automotive qualification; suitable only for industrial/commercial non-safety-critical use. | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs automotive compliance and thermal margin is acceptable. |
| MJD122G (ON Semiconductor) | Higher IC = 3 A, VCEO = 100 V, but larger TO-252 package and no AEC-Q101 certification. | Requires more PCB area and lacks automotive stress validation; better for higher-current non-automotive designs. | Choose when >1 A continuous current is required and board space permits larger footprint. |
Compared with BCX56-16TA and MJD122G, BCX5616H6433XTMA1 uniquely combines AEC-Q101 qualification, SOT-89 thermal efficiency (RthJS ≤ 15 K/W), and tightly binned hFE, making it optimal for space-constrained, thermally demanding automotive audio and actuator drivers.
Availability
BCX5616H6433XTMA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive audio systems, industrial motor controllers, LED lighting drivers, and linear power supply designs requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q101 compliance.
Supply support for BCX5616H6433XTMA1 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 industrial control ICs and discrete devices.
BCX5616H6433XTMA1 belongs to Infineon's BCX family of AEC-Q101-qualified general-purpose transistors, engineered for reliable linear and switching operation in automotive and industrial power stages.
FAQ
Is BCX5616H6433XTMA1 pin-compatible with BCX56-16?
Yes - BCX5616H6433XTMA1 uses the same SOT-89 package with identical pin 1 (Emitter), pin 2 (Collector), and pin 3 (Base) assignment as BCX56-16. Mechanical and electrical pinout alignment is confirmed per Infineon's package outline EHP00449 and marking layout documentation.
What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?
The absolute maximum rated base current is IB = 100 mA per datasheet Section 2. IB = 50 mA is specified for VCE(sat) testing, but sustained operation above 50 mA requires verification of thermal limits using RthJS ≤ 15 K/W and Tj ≤ 150 °C constraints.
Does BCX5616H6433XTMA1 support pulsed operation beyond 1 A?
Yes - peak collector current ICM = 1.5 A is rated for pulse widths ≤ 10 ms with duty cycle < 2%. Pulse capability is validated in Figure 6 of the datasheet and must be applied with appropriate thermal averaging to avoid junction overheating.
Can this transistor replace BCX54 or BCX55 in existing designs?
No - BCX5616H6433XTMA1 has VCEO = 80 V and VCBO = 100 V, exceeding BCX54 (45 V) and BCX55 (60 V). Substitution may cause overstress in circuits designed for lower-voltage transistors unless voltage margins are re-verified per application conditions.
BCX5616H6433XTMA1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-243AA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Last Time Buy
- Transistor Type:
- NPN
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 1 A
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 80 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:
- 2 W
- Frequency - Transition:
- 100MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PG-SOT89
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