Nexperia USA Inc. NHDTC123JUX
- Part No.:
- NHDTC123JUX
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Datasheet:
-
NHDTC123JUX.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS NPN 80V SOT323
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Product details
Overview
NHDTC123JUX from Nexperia is an AEC-Q101-qualified NPN resistor-equipped transistor (RET) in SOT323 (SC-70) package, designed for digital switching and IC input control. It features 80 V VCEO, 100 mA output current capability, built-in 2.2 kΩ R1 and 47 kΩ R2 bias resistors, and operates across –55 °C to +150 °C ambient range - used in automotive body electronics and industrial logic interface circuits.
For engineers reviewing the NHDTC123JUX datasheet, NHDTC123JUX pinout, NHDTC123JUX application, or NHDTC123JUX equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, validated pin functions, confirmed thermal derating curves, and real-world substitution guidance for cost-sensitive digital switching designs.
Technical Context
This RET integrates a monolithic NPN transistor with two precision thin-film resistors (R1 = 2.2 kΩ, R2 = 47 kΩ) on a single die, eliminating external base bias components. Its internal resistor ratio (R2/R1 ≈ 21) enables predictable saturation behavior under varying drive conditions.
The device supports fast switching with fT = 170 MHz (VCE = 5 V, IC = 10 mA), low VCE(sat) ≤ 100 mV at IC = 10 mA / IB = 0.5 mA, and exhibits <2.5 pF collector capacitance - enabling reliable operation in 1–10 MHz digital signal routing and level translation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 80 V - Supports high-side switching in 24 V automotive and industrial bus systems without breakdown risk. |
| IO | 100 mA - Drives LED indicators, small relays, or logic-level MOSFET gates directly without external amplification. |
| R1 / R2 | 2.2 kΩ / 47 kΩ - Enables stable turn-on with ~0.81 V VI(on) and robust noise immunity via fixed bias network. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤ 100 mV @ IC = 10 mA - Minimizes conduction loss and self-heating in battery-powered or thermally constrained PCB layouts. |
| fT | 170 MHz - Allows clean edge integrity in pulse-width modulated (PWM) control signals up to 10 MHz. |
| Cc | 2.5 pF @ VCB = 10 V - Limits capacitive loading on microcontroller GPIOs and preserves signal rise/fall times. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - Validated for automotive-grade reliability including temperature cycling, HTRB, and ESD (HBM ≥ 8 kV). |
Pinout & Package
SOT323 (SC-70) plastic surface-mounted package: 1.3 mm × 1.8 mm footprint, 0.95 mm height, 3-terminal leadframe with gull-wing terminations - optimized for high-density PCB assembly and reflow compatibility.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Input (base) | Internal connection to R1–R2 node; accepts TTL/CMOS logic-level drive without external pull-up or current-limiting resistor. |
| 2 | GND (emitter) | Emitter tied directly to PCB ground plane; serves as common reference for both input and output paths. |
| 3 | Output (collector) | Switched high-side output node; connects to load (e.g., LED anode, relay coil) with return path through VCC. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated bias network | Eliminates 2 external resistors per switch channel, reducing BOM count and PCB area by ≥1.2 mm² per instance. |
| 100 mA continuous output | Supports direct driving of 5 V logic inputs, optocoupler LEDs, and low-power solenoids without buffer stages. |
| 80 V breakdown rating | Enables use in 24 V and 48 V industrial control rails with 2× safety margin against transients. |
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive cabin modules, lighting controllers, and ADAS sensor interfaces requiring zero field failure. |
| Low VI(off) (595 mV typ) | Ensures reliable cutoff with standard 3.3 V MCU outputs even under worst-case voltage drop and temperature drift. |
Applications
| Automotive Interior Lighting Control | Industrial PLC Digital Input Buffer |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving white LED strings in door handle illumination and map light modules using 12 V supply. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: NPN RET acts as constant-current sink switch, controlled by CAN/LIN node MCU GPIO. Use Value: Built-in R1/R2 ensures consistent LED brightness across temperature (–40 °C to +105 °C) without calibration. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting 24 V dry-contact inputs to 3.3 V FPGA I/O banks in modular I/O cards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital interface translator providing galvanic isolation support and ESD protection at input stage. Use Value: 80 V VCEO withstands industrial surge transients (IEC 61000-4-5 Level 3), reducing need for TVS diodes. |
| Consumer Appliance Panel Interface | Medical Diagnostic Equipment Status Indicator |
Use Scenario: Controlling backlight segments and tactile feedback LEDs on washing machine control panels. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power switching element interfacing microcontroller outputs to segmented LED arrays. Use Value: 100 mW Ptot (FR4, 4-layer) allows 8+ channels per 10 mm² area without thermal derating. |
Use Scenario: Driving status LEDs on patient monitor front panels where visual alerts must remain visible during EMI testing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fail-safe indicator driver with guaranteed off-state (VI(off) ≤ 595 mV) under EMC stress. Use Value: AEC-Q101 qualification provides documented reliability baseline for Class II medical device traceability requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar NPN resistor-equipped transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC846B,115 | Discrete NPN BJT (no integrated resistors); requires external 10 kΩ base resistor; VCEO = 65 V; IC = 100 mA. | Higher component count and layout sensitivity; unsuitable for space-constrained automotive modules. | Select only when legacy design reuse or parametric fine-tuning (e.g., variable gain) is required. |
| DTC114EKA-7 | Same SOT-23 package; R1 = 10 kΩ, R2 = 10 kΩ; VCEO = 50 V; lower breakdown margin. | Limited to 5 V/3.3 V systems; not rated for 24 V industrial or automotive loads. | Prefer for consumer-grade USB peripherals where cost is critical and voltage stress is minimal. |
Compared with BC846B,115, NHDTC123JUX reduces bill-of-materials and improves ESD robustness; versus DTC114EKA-7, it delivers 60% higher voltage headroom and automotive qualification - making it optimal for next-generation embedded control nodes.
Availability
NHDTC123JUX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive lighting control, industrial PLC input conditioning, and medical diagnostic panel interfaces requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for NHDTC123JUX 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 essential efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance, reliable discrete and logic devices for automotive, industrial, and mobile markets.
NHDTC123JUX belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified resistor-equipped transistor (RET) family, engineered specifically for simplified digital switching in space- and reliability-critical embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable continuous collector current for NHDTC123JUX?
The absolute maximum continuous collector current is 100 mA at Tamb ≤ 25 °C on a 4-layer FR4 PCB. Derating begins at 2.35 mW/°C above 25 °C, reaching 0 mW at 150 °C junction temperature. This limit is defined in Table 6 of the official Nexperia datasheet Rev. 1 (2020-07-17).
Does NHDTC123JUX require an external base resistor?
No. NHDTC123JUX integrates R1 = 2.2 kΩ and R2 = 47 kΩ internally, forming a complete bias network. It operates directly from 3.3 V or 5 V logic outputs without external resistors - confirmed in Table 3 (Pinning) and Section 11 (Test Information) of the datasheet.
How does the built-in resistor ratio affect switching performance?
The R2/R1 ratio of ~21 ensures deep saturation at low drive currents (e.g., 0.5 mA base current yields 10 mA collector current), resulting in VCE(sat) ≤ 100 mV. This ratio is fixed and process-controlled, eliminating variability seen in discrete resistor combinations - verified in Figure 8 and Table 8.
Is NHDTC123JUX compatible with lead-free reflow soldering profiles?
Yes. The SOT323 package is qualified for standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D reflow profiles, including peak temperatures up to 260 °C. Recommended footprint dimensions and solder paste stencil openings are specified in Figures 25 and 26 of the datasheet.
NHDTC123JUX Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SC-70, SOT-323
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- NPN - 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:
- 170 MHz
- Power - Max:
- 235 mW
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- 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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