Nexperia USA Inc. NHDTA144ETVL
- Part No.:
- NHDTA144ETVL
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
-
NHDTA144ETVL.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS PNP 80V TO236AB
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Product details
Overview
NHDTA144ETVL from Nexperia is a PNP resistor-equipped transistor (RET) in SOT23 (TO-236AB) package, designed for digital switching and IC input control. It features 80 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 100 mA output current capability, built-in 47 kΩ input and 47 kΩ emitter bias resistors, and AEC-Q101 qualification for automotive-grade reliability in load-switching circuits.
For engineers reviewing the NHDTA144ETVL datasheet, NHDTA144ETVL pinout, NHDTA144ETVL application, or NHDTA144ETVL equivalent, this device serves as a drop-in replacement for BC856-series transistors in cost-sensitive digital logic interfaces, offering simplified PCB layout and reduced BOM count without external base resistors.
Technical Context
This PNP RET integrates two precision-matched 47 kΩ resistors: R1 between base and input terminal, and R2 between base and emitter, enabling direct TTL/CMOS-level drive without external bias components. Its -80 V VCEO rating supports robust operation in 24 V industrial and 12 V automotive supply rails.
The device delivers hFE = 100 at VCE = -5 V and IC = -10 mA, with VCE(sat) ≤ -100 mV under IC = -10 mA / IB = -0.5 mA conditions, ensuring low-loss switching in signal routing and enable/disable functions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | -80 V - Withstands 24 V rail transients and automotive load-dump spikes without breakdown |
| IO | -100 mA - Drives moderate-current loads like LEDs, relays, or logic inputs directly |
| R1 / R2 | 47 kΩ / 47 kΩ - Enables single-resistor logic-level interface; eliminates external bias network |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ -100 mV @ IC = -10 mA - Minimizes conduction loss and self-heating in high-duty-cycle switching |
| hFE | 100 @ VCE = -5 V, IC = -10 mA - Ensures predictable gain for reliable digital on/off thresholds |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - Meets stress-test requirements for automotive electronics including temperature cycling and HTRB |
Pinout & Package
SOT23 (TO-236AB) plastic surface-mounted package with 3 leads; 1.3 mm × 2.9 mm footprint, 1.1 mm height, and standard reflow-compatible solder pads per JEDEC MO-203AA.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (I) | Input (base connection via R1) | Accepts TTL/CMOS logic-high (≤ -0.8 V) to activate; no pull-up required |
| 2 (GND) | Emitter (ground reference) | Common return path; internal R2 connects base to this terminal |
| 3 (O) | Output (collector) | Sinks up to 100 mA to GND when active; open-collector compatible |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated bias resistors | Eliminates 2 external resistors per switch node, reducing PCB area and assembly steps |
| 100 mA output capability | Drives typical logic inputs, small solenoids, or indicator LEDs without buffer stages |
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for under-hood automotive use including 150 °C junction operation and humidity testing |
| Low VCE(sat) | Reduces power dissipation to <1 mW at 10 mA, enabling high-density placement without thermal derating |
Applications
| Automotive Door Module Control | Industrial PLC Input Conditioning |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Switching window lift motor enable signals in door control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PNP RET acts as level-shifting, current-sinking interface between microcontroller GPIO and motor driver IC enable pin. Use Value: Built-in 47 kΩ resistors match 5 V MCU logic levels while tolerating 12 V battery fluctuations; -80 V VCEO prevents latch-up during load dump. |
Use Scenario: Converting 24 V sensor outputs to 3.3 V logic-compatible signals in programmable logic controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital switch isolating field-side 24 V inputs from isolated controller domain. Use Value: -100 mA sink capability handles worst-case sensor leakage; AEC-Q101 grade ensures long-term stability in factory-floor temperature swings. |
| Consumer Appliance Power Sequencing | Medical Diagnostic Equipment Signal Gating |
Use Scenario: Enabling DC-DC converter rails in smart washing machine mainboard. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Controlled power-on sequencing element triggered by system MCU. Use Value: VCE(sat) ≤ -100 mV minimizes voltage drop across switch, preserving tight 5 V rail tolerance during startup surge. |
Use Scenario: Gating analog sensor excitation signals in portable ultrasound front-ends. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision-controlled enable switch for low-noise analog subsystems. Use Value: Low Cc = 3 pF and hFE = 100 ensure minimal capacitive loading and stable turn-on timing for sub-microsecond gating windows. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NHDTC144ET | NPN complement with identical R1/R2 (47 kΩ), same SOT23 package, but opposite polarity | Requires inverted logic drive; used where active-high enable is preferred over active-low | Select when circuit topology demands NPN sinking instead of PNP sourcing |
| BC856B,215 | Discrete PNP BJT without integrated resistors; requires external 47 kΩ base resistor | Higher component count and layout complexity; lacks AEC-Q101 qualification | Choose only if legacy design reuse mandates discrete BJT or cost sensitivity outweighs assembly savings |
Compared with NHDTA144ETVL, NHDTC144ET enables complementary logic polarity in the same footprint, while BC856B,215 increases bill-of-materials and assembly cost without delivering automotive qualification or resistor-matching consistency.
Availability
NHDTA144ETVL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, industrial PLC input stages, and consumer appliance power sequencing requiring stable component supply and AEC-Q101 compliance.
Supply support for NHDTA144ETVL 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 logic, discrete, and MOSFET solutions, with leadership in automotive-qualified components.
NHDTA144ETVL belongs to the NHDTAxxxE series of resistor-equipped transistors, engineered specifically to replace discrete BJT + resistor combinations in cost- and space-constrained digital interface applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable continuous collector current for NHDTA144ETVL?
The absolute maximum continuous collector current is -100 mA at Tamb ≤ 25 °C on a standard FR4 PCB with single-sided copper. Derating applies above 25 °C per Figure 1: at 75 °C ambient, maximum safe current drops to approximately -150 mA due to thermal resistance limits, not electrical capability.
Can NHDTA144ETVL be used with 3.3 V logic controllers?
Yes - its VI(on) range is -5 V to -3.3 V at VCE = -0.3 V and IC = -10 mA, meaning a 3.3 V logic-high (0 V referenced) applied to Pin 1 produces ~-3.3 V input voltage, well within the -3.3 V minimum required for reliable turn-on per Figure 18.
How does the built-in resistor ratio affect switching behavior?
The R2/R1 ratio is fixed at 1.0 ± 0.2, ensuring matched base biasing that stabilizes operating point against temperature drift. This eliminates gain variation seen in discrete resistor pairs and maintains consistent VCE(sat) and hFE across -40 °C to +125 °C ambient, as verified in Figures 16–20.
Is NHDTA144ETVL pin-compatible with other SOT23 PNP transistors?
Yes - it uses standard SOT23 pinout (Pin 1 = base/input, Pin 2 = emitter/GND, Pin 3 = collector/output) per JEDEC TO-236AB. However, functional compatibility requires matching polarity, voltage rating, and integrated resistor values; direct substitution with non-RET devices like BC856B requires adding external base resistors.
NHDTA144ETVL 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):
- 47 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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