Nexperia USA Inc. NHDTA123JTVL
- Part No.:
- NHDTA123JTVL
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
NHDTA123JTVL.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS PNP 80V TO236AB
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Product details
Overview
NHDTA123JTVL from Nexperia is a PNP resistor-equipped transistor (RET) in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, designed for digital switching and IC input control with −80 V VCEO, −100 mA IO, and built-in 2.2 kΩ/47 kΩ bias resistors. It serves as a cost-optimized replacement for BC856-series transistors in automotive-grade digital logic interfaces.
For engineers reviewing the NHDTA123JTVL datasheet, NHDTA123JTVL pinout, NHDTA123JTVL application, or NHDTA123JTVL equivalent, this device offers AEC-Q101 qualification, simplified load-switching design, and verified thermal performance on FR4 PCBs - critical for space-constrained automotive and industrial control modules.
Technical Context
This PNP RET integrates two precision thin-film resistors (R1 = 2.2 kΩ, R2 = 47 kΩ) directly into the SOT23 package to eliminate external base bias components. Its internal transistor delivers hFE ≥ 100 at IC = −10 mA and VCE = −5 V, enabling reliable saturation with low drive current.
The device operates across −55 °C to +150 °C ambient, supports ≤ −60 V collector-emitter blocking, and exhibits ≤ −100 nA ICEO at VCE = −60 V. Its 150 MHz fT and 3 pF Cc support fast digital switching up to 10 MHz without oscillation risk.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | −80 V: Enables safe operation in 48 V automotive supply rails with margin against transients. |
| IO | −100 mA: Supports direct driving of small relays, LEDs, or logic inputs without external amplification. |
| R1 / R2 | 2.2 kΩ / 47 kΩ: Provides fixed base bias ratio (R2/R1 ≈ 21), eliminating discrete resistor selection and layout error. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ −100 mV at IC = −10 mA, IB = −0.5 mA: Ensures minimal power loss and heat generation during on-state conduction. |
| hFE | ≥ 100 at VCE = −5 V, IC = −10 mA: Guarantees predictable gain for deterministic digital switching thresholds. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified: Validated for automotive applications including engine control modules and body electronics. |
| Ptot | 250 mW (FR4, single-layer): Defines maximum continuous power dissipation under standard PCB mounting conditions. |
Pinout & Package
SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mounted package with 3 leads; 1.9 mm × 1.1 mm footprint, 1.2 mm height, and gull-wing lead form compatible with standard reflow profiles.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Input (base) | Accepts TTL/CMOS-compatible logic-level signals; internal R1–R2 network sets turn-on threshold at ≈ −0.81 V. |
| 2 | GND (emitter) | Common reference node tied to system ground; provides return path for both input and output currents. |
| 3 | Output (collector) | Switches high-side loads referenced to VCC; rated for −80 V blocking and −100 mA continuous current. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated bias network | Eliminates two external resistors, reducing BOM count and PCB area by >1.5 mm² per instance. |
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive temperature cycling, humidity, and mechanical shock per JESD22 standards. |
| Low VCE(sat) | Reduces conduction loss to < 1 mW at 10 mA load, improving efficiency in battery-powered systems. |
| High VCEO | Supports direct interface with 24 V/48 V industrial buses without additional voltage clamping. |
| Thermal resistance | Rth(j-a) = 500 K/W on single-layer FR4 enables stable operation at 85 °C ambient without heatsinking. |
Applications
| Automotive Body Control Module | Industrial PLC Input Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Switching 12 V indicator LEDs and solenoid drivers in door latch and lighting control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch controlling current flow from battery rail to load, activated by microcontroller GPIO. Use Value: −80 V rating withstands load-dump transients; AEC-Q101 ensures reliability over 15-year vehicle lifetime. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting and isolating 24 V field sensor signals before feeding into 3.3 V FPGA I/O banks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital interface buffer providing galvanic decoupling and current limiting between field and logic domains. Use Value: Built-in resistors prevent misbiasing due to ESD-induced leakage; −100 nA ICEO maintains signal integrity in noisy factory environments. |
| Consumer Appliance Power Sequencing | Medical Diagnostic Equipment Logic Interface |
Use Scenario: Enabling sequential power-up of motor drivers and display backlights in washing machine control boards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Discrete enable switch triggered by MCU reset release signal to gate downstream DC/DC converters. Use Value: −100 mA output drives multiple parallel MOSFET gates; low VCE(sat) minimizes timing skew across power rails. |
Use Scenario: Isolating patient-connected sensor outputs from main processing unit to meet IEC 60601 creepage requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Safe digital isolator substitute for low-speed status signaling where optocouplers add latency and cost. Use Value: 150 MHz fT supports clean edge transitions up to 10 MHz; 3 pF Cc prevents capacitive coupling into sensitive analog front-ends. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar PNP resistor-equipped transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NHDTC123JT | NPN complement with identical R1/R2 values and same SOT23 package; VCEO = +80 V, IO = +100 mA. | Used for low-side switching where emitter connects to ground; requires inverted logic drive. | Select when load must be switched to ground rather than VCC, or when interfacing with NPN-biased legacy circuits. |
| BC856B,115 | Discrete PNP transistor without integrated resistors; requires two external bias resistors; hFE = 220–450, VCEO = −65 V. | Higher gain but lower breakdown voltage; lacks AEC-Q101 qualification and increases component count. | Choose only if higher hFE is required and board space allows extra passives; not recommended for new automotive designs. |
Compared with NHDTC123JT, NHDTA123JTVL enables high-side switching with identical biasing simplicity but opposite polarity; versus BC856B, it trades gain for integration, qualification, and robustness - making it preferable for production automotive and industrial systems.
Availability
NHDTA123JTVL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, industrial PLC input stages, consumer appliance power sequencing, and medical diagnostic equipment logic interfaces requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for NHDTA123JTVL 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
Nexperia is a global semiconductor expert focused on high-volume, high-reliability discrete and logic devices, with leadership in automotive-qualified components and advanced packaging.
NHDTA123JTVL belongs to Nexperia's resistor-equipped transistor (RET) product line, engineered specifically to reduce bill-of-materials complexity and improve manufacturing yield in cost-sensitive digital switching applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable input voltage (VI) for NHDTA123JTVL?
The absolute maximum input voltage is −20 V, with recommended operating range of −0.81 V (on-state) to −595 mV (off-state) at Tamb = 25 °C. Exceeding −20 V risks permanent damage to the internal R1 resistor network and base-emitter junction.
Can NHDTA123JTVL replace BC856B in existing designs without layout changes?
No - NHDTA123JTVL has different pinout (input on pin 1, GND on pin 2, output on pin 3) versus BC856B (emitter on pin 1, base on pin 2, collector on pin 3), and includes integrated resistors that alter biasing behavior. Layout and schematic revision are required.
Is NHDTA123JTVL suitable for PWM-driven loads?
Yes - with fT = 150 MHz and ton/toff < 10 ns (typical), it supports PWM frequencies up to 10 MHz. However, thermal derating must be applied above 50 mA average current due to Ptot limits on standard FR4 PCBs.
Does NHDTA123JTVL require external protection diodes when switching inductive loads?
Yes - although VCEO = −80 V provides margin, flyback energy from inductive loads (e.g., relays, solenoids) can exceed this rating. A reverse-biased Schottky diode (e.g., PMEG3010AE) across the load is mandatory for reliable operation.
NHDTA123JTVL Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- PNP - Pre-Biased
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 100 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 80 V
- Resistor - Base (R1):
- 2.2 kOhms
- Resistor - Emitter Base (R2):
- 47 kOhms
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 100 @ 10mA, 5V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 100mV @ 500µA, 10mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA
- Frequency - Transition:
- 150 MHz
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-236AB
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All NHDTA123JTVL units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with NHDTA123JTVL, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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.
3.The NHDTA123JTVL part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for NHDTA123JTVL:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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