Infineon Technologies MMBTA56LT1HTSA1
- Part No.:
- MMBTA56LT1HTSA1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
MMBTA56LT1HTSA1.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PNP 80V 0.5A PG-SOT23
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Product details
Overview
MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 from Infineon Technologies is a PNP silicon small-signal transistor in SOT-23 package, rated for 80 V VCEO, 500 mA IC, and 330 mW Ptot, with hFE ≥ 100 at 10 mA, used in low-voltage switching and amplification circuits in automotive body control modules and industrial sensor interfaces.
For engineers reviewing the MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 datasheet, MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 pinout, MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 application, or MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include VCE(sat) ≤ 0.25 V at 100 mA/10 mA drive, fT = 100 MHz, RoHS-compliant SOT-23 footprint, and AEC-Q101 qualification for automotive-grade reliability.
Technical Context
This PNP bipolar junction transistor operates in active and saturation regions with guaranteed DC current gain (hFE) of 100 min at IC = 10 mA and VCE = 1 V, and supports pulse operation up to 1 A ICM for tp ≤ 10 ms. Its low VCE(sat) enables efficient switching in 5–24 V logic-level interface stages.
Thermal design is supported by RthJS ≤ 215 K/W and junction temperature rating of 150 °C, while complementary NPN pairing with MMBTA06 allows balanced push-pull configurations in signal conditioning and level translation circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 80 V - Maximum collector-emitter voltage before breakdown under open-base condition |
| IC | 500 mA - Continuous collector current rating at TS ≤ 79 °C |
| hFE | 100 min @ 10 mA - Minimum DC current gain ensures reliable base drive margin in switching designs |
| VCE(sat) | 0.25 V max @ 100 mA/10 mA - Low saturation voltage reduces power loss in high-duty-cycle switches |
| fT | 100 MHz - Transition frequency supports audio-frequency amplification and fast digital switching |
| Ccb | 7 pF - Collector-base capacitance limits high-frequency feedback and oscillation risk |
| Ptot | 330 mW @ TS ≤ 79 °C - Total dissipation defines thermal derating curve for PCB layout planning |
Pinout & Package
SOT-23 surface-mount plastic package with gull-wing leads, 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 1.15 mm height, and Pb-free (RoHS-compliant) finish per AEC-Q101 qualification.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Emitter) | E | Current sink node; connects to ground or lower-potential rail in common-emitter switch |
| 2 (Base) | B | Control input; requires ~1.2 V VBE(on) and 10 mA IB to saturate at 100 mA IC |
| 3 (Collector) | C | Output node; carries load current from supply rail through external load to emitter |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q101 qualified | Validated for automotive applications including body electronics and lighting control |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤ 0.25 V at 100 mA/10 mA ensures <25 mW conduction loss in typical 5 V logic-driven loads |
| Complementary pair | Matched performance with MMBTA06 (NPN) enables symmetrical driver stage design |
| RoHS-compliant packaging | Pb-free SOT-23 meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU and JEDEC J-STD-609A Class 3 |
Applications
| Automotive Door Module Switching | Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving LED indicators and relay coils in vehicle door control units with 12 V supply. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP switch controlling current flow from battery rail to load, activated by microcontroller GPIO. Use Value: VCE(sat) ≤ 0.25 V minimizes heat generation during continuous illumination, supporting 100% duty cycle operation. | Use Scenario: Level-shifting and buffering analog sensor outputs (e.g., thermistor networks) into ADC inputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-emitter amplifier with fixed bias, providing gain and isolation between sensor and MCU. Use Value: hFE ≥ 100 ensures stable gain across temperature (−50 °C to +125 °C), reducing calibration drift. |
| Consumer Appliance Power Sequencing | Medical Diagnostic Equipment Interface |
Use Scenario: Enabling/disabling auxiliary power rails in smart washing machine control boards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch managing 5–24 V auxiliary supplies based on system state machine signals. Use Value: 80 V VCEO provides 2× safety margin over 24 V nominal rail, preventing failure during load dump transients. | Use Scenario: Isolating patient-connected sensor signals from internal digital logic in portable ECG monitors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Current-source biasing element for op-amp input stages requiring low leakage and stable DC operating point. Use Value: ICEO ≤ 0.1 µA at 60 V ensures negligible error current injection into high-impedance biopotential front-ends. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP small-signal transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC856B,115 | VCEO = 65 V, hFE = 220–475 (higher gain, lower voltage rating) | Not AEC-Q101 qualified; suitable for commercial-grade consumer products only | Select when higher DC gain is required and automotive qualification is unnecessary |
| PN2907A | SOT-23-3 package, VCEO = 60 V, VCE(sat) = 0.3 V max, no AEC-Q101 validation | Limited thermal capability (Ptot = 350 mW but no RthJS spec or high-temp testing) | Use only in non-automotive, ambient-temperature-limited designs where cost is primary |
Compared with BC856B and PN2907A, MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 offers superior automotive qualification, tighter VCE(sat) control, and verified thermal performance up to 150 °C junction-critical for under-hood and industrial control environments.
Availability
MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial sensor interfaces, and medical diagnostic equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.
Supply support for MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 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, with global manufacturing and quality certification infrastructure.
MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 belongs to Infineon's discrete bipolar transistor product line, designed specifically for AEC-Q101-compliant automotive signal switching and amplification in space-constrained SOT-23 layouts.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?
The absolute maximum continuous base current (IB) is 100 mA per the datasheet's "Maximum Ratings" table. Exceeding this value risks permanent degradation of hFE and increased VCE(sat). For reliable 100 mA collector switching, 10 mA base drive is sufficient and maintains safe thermal margin within the 330 mW total dissipation limit.
Is MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 pin-compatible with MMBTA06?
No-MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 (PNP) and MMBTA06 (NPN) share identical SOT-23 pinout (E-B-C), but their complementary polarity means direct substitution without circuit rework will invert logic behavior and cause functional failure. They are matched for use in complementary pairs, not drop-in replacements.
Does this part support operation at −40 °C ambient temperature?
Yes-MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 is specified from Tstg = −65 °C to +150 °C and tested per AEC-Q101, which includes operational temperature cycling from −40 °C to +125 °C. Electrical characteristics such as hFE and VCE(sat) remain within datasheet limits across this full automotive range.
Can it be used in linear amplifier configurations?
Yes-the device is characterized for linear operation with defined hFE vs. IC curves and VBE(on) vs. IC data across temperature. However, its fT = 100 MHz and Ccb = 7 pF make it suitable only for audio-band (<20 kHz) and low-speed signal conditioning-not RF or high-fidelity audio applications.
MMBTA56LT1HTSA1 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:
- PNP
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 500 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 80 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 250mV @ 10mA, 100mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 100mA, 1V
- Power - Max:
- 330 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 100MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PG-SOT23
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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