Diodes Incorporated DDTD142TU-7-F
- Part No.:
- DDTD142TU-7-F
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Datasheet:
-
DDTD142TU-7-F.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS NPN 50V SOT323
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Product details
Overview
DDTD142TU-7-F from Diodes Incorporated is an NPN pre-biased transistor in SOT323 package, featuring a single 470 Ω base resistor (R1), open-emitter configuration, 40 V VCEO, 500 mA IC, and hFE of 100–600 at IC = 5 mA. It serves as a compact, surface-mount digital switch in low-voltage logic interface circuits.
For engineers reviewing the DDTD142TU-7-F datasheet, DDTD142TU-7-F pinout, DDTD142TU-7-F application, or DDTD142TU-7-F equivalent, key selection criteria include its R1-only biasing topology, absence of R2, guaranteed VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V at 50 mA/2.5 mA, and JEDEC-qualified reliability for industrial control and consumer electronics signal switching.
Technical Context
This device implements a monolithic NPN transistor with integrated base bias resistor only - no emitter resistor (R2 = open) - enabling direct TTL/CMOS-compatible input drive without external pull-down. Its 40 V VCEO and 500 mA IC rating support robust switching in 3.3 V and 5 V logic-controlled loads.
The hFE range of 100–600 ensures consistent current gain across production lots at IC = 5 mA and VCE = 5 V, while fT = 200 MHz confirms suitability for moderate-speed digital switching up to ~10 MHz edge rates.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 40 V - Maximum collector-emitter voltage before breakdown; supports 3.3 V/5 V rail-switching with margin. |
| IC | 500 mA - Continuous collector current capability; enables driving LEDs, small relays, or MOSFET gates. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.3 V @ IC = 50 mA, IB = 2.5 mA - Low saturation voltage minimizes power loss and self-heating in on-state. |
| hFE | 100–600 @ IC = 5 mA, VCE = 5 V - Wide DC current gain range ensures reliable turn-on across process variation. |
| R1 | 470 Ω - Integrated base resistor enables direct logic-level input connection; eliminates need for external bias network. |
| PD | 250 mW @ TA = 25°C - Power dissipation limit on FR4 PCB defines thermal derating envelope for continuous operation. |
| fT | 200 MHz - Gain-bandwidth product confirms adequate high-frequency response for digital switching below 10 MHz. |
Pinout & Package
Package: SOT323 - ultra-small surface-mount plastic package (2.15 mm × 2.10 mm × 0.95 mm), lead-free, halogen-free, moisture sensitivity level 1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Emitter) | Emitter terminal | Connected internally to package substrate; externally accessible for grounding or load return path. |
| 2 (Base) | Base terminal | Connected to internal 470 Ω resistor; accepts logic-level input (0–5 V) to control transistor conduction. |
| 3 (Collector) | Collector terminal | High-side switching node; connects to load supply rail (up to 40 V) and switched load. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Single integrated base resistor (R1) | 470 Ω - Enables direct CMOS/TTL drive without external components; reduces BOM count and layout area. |
| Open-emitter configuration | R2 = open - Allows flexible emitter termination (e.g., grounded or pulled-up), supporting high-side or low-side switch topologies. |
| JEDEC-qualified reliability | Qualified per AEC-Q standards for high-reliability applications - ensures stable parametric performance over temperature and lifetime. |
| SOT323 footprint | 0.65 mm pitch, 2.15 mm × 2.10 mm body - Compatible with standard pick-and-place equipment and reflow profiles; supports high-density PCB layouts. |
| Green, RoHS-compliant construction | Halogen- and antimony-free molding compound (<900 ppm Br/Cl, <1000 ppm Sb) - Meets global environmental compliance requirements. |
Applications
| LED Driver Interface | Microcontroller GPIO Expander |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving discrete indicator LEDs from 3.3 V microcontroller outputs with current limiting via external series resistor. IC Role / Device Role: Low-side digital switch controlling LED cathode path to ground. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete base resistor; VCE(sat) ≤ 0.3 V ensures >90% efficiency in LED forward voltage utilization. |
Use Scenario: Extending limited GPIO count by switching higher-current peripherals (e.g., sensors, displays) using MCU output pins. IC Role / Device Role: Level-shifting and current-boosting buffer between low-drive MCU pin and 5 V peripheral enable line. Use Value: hFE ≥ 100 guarantees full saturation at 2.5 mA base drive, enabling reliable 50 mA load switching from 3.3 V logic. |
| Power Sequencing Control | Industrial Sensor Interface |
Use Scenario: Enabling auxiliary power rails (e.g., 3.3 V analog supply) only after main 5 V rail stabilizes, using supervisor IC output. IC Role / Device Role: Controlled high-side switch activating downstream LDO or regulator enable input. Use Value: 40 V VCEO accommodates 5 V rail with margin; R1-only bias simplifies timing-critical enable path design. |
Use Scenario: Isolating and conditioning digital status signals (e.g., fault flags) from industrial sensors operating at different supply domains. IC Role / Device Role: Voltage-level translator and noise-immune signal conditioner between sensor output and PLC input module. Use Value: Open-emitter configuration allows pull-up to PLC's 24 V logic rail; 500 mA IC withstands transient ESD coupling events. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN pre-biased transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DDTD142JU-7-F | Includes both R1 (470 Ω) and R2 (10 kΩ); emitter resistor pulls base to emitter when input floats. | Preferred where input may be unconnected or high-impedance during power-up; provides defined off-state. | Select when guaranteed turn-off during undefined logic states is required; not drop-in due to added R2 path. |
| NSV142TUT1G | Same R1 = 470 Ω, but R2 = open; identical hFE (100–600), VCEO = 40 V, and SOT-323 package. | Direct functional replacement with identical biasing and electrical specs; qualified to AEC-Q101. | Choose for automotive-grade qualification; same footprint and pinout, fully interchangeable in non-automotive designs. |
Compared with DDTD142JU-7-F, DDTD142TU-7-F offers simpler biasing for driven inputs, while NSV142TUT1G provides AEC-Q101 qualification without changing circuit behavior - making it ideal for upgrading legacy industrial designs to automotive-compliant supply chains.
Availability
DDTD142TU-7-F is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for LED driver interfaces, microcontroller GPIO expansion, and industrial sensor signal conditioning requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for DDTD142TU-7-F 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
Diodes Incorporated is a global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and analog ICs, headquartered in Plano, Texas, with design, manufacturing, and sales operations across Asia, Europe, and North America.
This part belongs to Diodes' LO-R1 family of pre-biased transistors, engineered specifically for space-constrained, high-volume digital switching applications in consumer, computing, and industrial electronics.
FAQ
What is the function of the "open" R2 in DDTD142TU-7-F?
The "open" R2 means no internal emitter-base resistor is present - only the 470 Ω base resistor (R1) is integrated. This configuration requires the external circuit to define the emitter connection (e.g., grounded for low-side switching), giving designers full control over biasing and enabling both high-side and low-side topologies without unintended leakage paths.
Can DDTD142TU-7-F replace a standard NPN transistor like BC847?
Yes, but only when the application uses active logic-level drive and does not require guaranteed turn-off during floating inputs. Unlike BC847, DDTD142TU-7-F integrates R1 = 470 Ω, eliminating the need for an external base resistor - however, it cannot substitute in circuits relying on base-emitter shorting or variable bias networks.
Is DDTD142TU-7-F suitable for automotive applications?
No - DDTD142TU-7-F is not AEC-Q101 qualified. For automotive use, Diodes recommends the pin-compatible NSV142TUT1G (AEC-Q101 qualified) or Q-suffix variants like DDTD142TUQ-7-F, which undergo additional stress testing and are manufactured in IATF 16949-certified facilities.
What is the maximum safe operating frequency for switching with DDTD142TU-7-F?
While fT = 200 MHz indicates high-frequency capability, practical digital switching is limited by stored charge and package parasitics. For clean 10 ns rise/fall times and minimal overshoot, operation up to 5–10 MHz is recommended - verified by typical VCE switching waveforms in the DS30398 datasheet under 50 mA resistive load conditions.
DDTD142TU-7-F Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Diodes Incorporated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Transistor Type:
- NPN - Pre-Biased
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 500 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 50 V
- Resistor - Base (R1):
- 470 Ohms
- Resistor - Emitter Base (R2):
- -
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 5mA, 5V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 300mV @ 2.5mA, 50mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 500nA (ICBO)
- Frequency - Transition:
- 200 MHz
- Power - Max:
- 200 mW
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-323
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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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