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Nexperia USA Inc. PBHV2160Z-QX
- Part No.:
- PBHV2160Z-QX
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Single Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-261-4, TO-261AA
- Datasheet:
-
PBHV2160Z-QX.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS NPN 600V 0.1A SOT-223
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Product details
Overview
PBHV2160Z-QX from Nexperia is an AEC-Q101-qualified NPN high-voltage low-VCEsat BISS transistor in SOT223 (SC-73) package, rated for 600 V VCEO, 0.1 A IC, and 65 mV typical VCEsat at IC = 30 mA / IB = 6 mA. It serves as a high-efficiency switching element in automotive-grade LED drivers and HID front lighting circuits.
For engineers reviewing the PBHV2160Z-QX datasheet, PBHV2160Z-QX pinout, PBHV2160Z-QX application, or PBHV2160Z-QX equivalent, this device is selected for high-voltage switching where low conduction loss, thermal robustness on FR4 PCBs, and automotive qualification are mandatory design requirements.
Technical Context
This transistor uses Breakthrough In Small Signal (BISS) technology to achieve low saturation voltage while maintaining high breakdown voltage-enabling efficient operation in 400–600 V DC-link applications. Its hFE of 70–125 at IC = 10 mA supports stable base drive across temperature.
The dual-collector pin configuration (Pins 2 & 4) enhances current handling and thermal dissipation via enlarged copper pad mounting. Rth(j-sp) = 20 K/W (with 6 cm² collector pad) confirms optimized heat transfer to PCB, critical for sustained 0.65 W operation at Tamb ≤ 25 °C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 600 V - Supports direct switching of 400 V DC bus without external snubbing in SMPS and HID ballasts. |
| IC | 0.1 A continuous - Suitable for medium-current LED chains and telecom hook-switch loads. |
| VCEsat | 65 mV typ. @ IC=30 mA/IB=6 mA - Reduces conduction loss by >40% vs. standard HV transistors, improving system efficiency. |
| hFE | 70–125 @ VCE=10 V, IC=10 mA - Enables reliable digital or analog base drive with margin across −55 °C to 150 °C junction range. |
| Rth(j-sp) | 20 K/W - Confirms effective thermal coupling to PCB heatsink area, enabling stable operation without external heatsinks. |
| Tj max | 150 °C - Rated for under-hood automotive environments and thermally constrained lighting modules. |
| AEC-Q101 | Qualified - Meets stress-test requirements for automotive discrete semiconductors, including HTGB, HTRB, and ESD. |
Pinout & Package
SOT223 (SC-73) plastic surface-mount package with 4 leads, 2.3 mm pitch, and integrated heatsink pad (Pin 2 & Pin 4 both connected to collector). Dimensions: 6.5 mm × 3.5 mm × 1.65 mm body; recommended solder footprint per Fig. 14 (reflow).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base | Low-impedance control input; requires ≥6 mA drive for full saturation at 30 mA load. |
| 2 | Collector | Main high-voltage output node; electrically tied to Pin 4 for doubled current path and improved thermal spreading. |
| 3 | Emitter | Reference return path; must be routed with low-inductance layout to minimize switching overshoot. |
| 4 | Collector | Redundant collector terminal-used jointly with Pin 2 to reduce effective RCEsat and enhance power dissipation capability. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Low VCEsat | 65 mV typical enables <100 mW conduction loss at 100 mA, reducing thermal stress in compact LED driver PCBs. |
| AEC-Q101 qualification | Validated for automotive use including temperature cycling, humidity bias, and ESD (HBM ≥ 2 kV), supporting ASIL-B system integration. |
| Dual-collector SOT223 | Pins 2 & 4 both connect to collector, lowering effective saturation resistance and improving thermal resistance to solder point by 55% vs. single-pin variants. |
| High VCEO/VCBO | 600 V rating allows direct interface with 380–450 V rectified AC lines in electronic ballasts and HID igniters without series stacking. |
| Stable hFE over temperature | hFE remains ≥70 from −55 °C to 100 °C (Fig. 4), ensuring consistent gain in cold-start automotive lighting and industrial ambient conditions. |
Applications
| Electronic Ballast | Automotive HID Front Lighting |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: High-frequency switching in fluorescent lamp ballasts operating from rectified 220–240 V AC mains. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switch controlling resonant tank current; driven by dedicated oscillator IC at 20–60 kHz. Use Value: 600 V VCEO withstands peak line transients; low VCEsat minimizes self-heating during extended duty cycles. |
Use Scenario: Ignition and steady-state control in automotive high-intensity discharge headlamps. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary switching transistor in DC-AC inverter stage generating 20–30 kHz square wave for arc stabilization. Use Value: AEC-Q101 qualification ensures reliability under vibration and thermal cycling; dual-collector layout sustains 0.65 W dissipation without derating. |
| LED Chain Driver | Telecom Hook Switch |
|
Use Scenario: Constant-current switching regulator driving 10–20 V LED strings in commercial signage and backlighting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch modulating current through inductive storage element in buck topology. Use Value: 0.1 A IC and 65 mV VCEsat enable >95% efficiency at 100 mA output; SOT223 footprint simplifies thermal management on 2-layer boards. |
Use Scenario: Line interface circuit in wired VoIP phones and PBX systems detecting off-hook condition and supplying talk battery. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-voltage series pass element isolating and regulating −48 V DC loop supply during call setup. Use Value: 600 V VCBO safely handles ringing voltage surges up to ±150 V; low leakage (<100 nA ICBO) prevents false hook detection. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage low-VCEsat transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHV2160Z-Q | Same die, non-AEC-Q101 version; identical VCEO, VCEsat, and pinout but lacks automotive qualification testing. | Acceptable for industrial LED drivers or consumer ballasts where AEC compliance is not required. | Select only if automotive qualification is unnecessary and cost sensitivity outweighs long-term reliability validation needs. |
| BUK9Y16-60E | 60 V-rated N-channel MOSFET (not bipolar); RDS(on) = 1.6 Ω, no gate drive current needed, but lower voltage rating limits use to ≤60 V rails. | Not suitable for 400 V+ applications like HID or SMPS; applicable only in low-voltage DC-DC LED drivers. | Choose only for sub-60 V systems requiring zero gate drive power; incompatible with PBHV2160Z-QX's 600 V use cases. |
Compared with PHV2160Z-Q, PBHV2160Z-QX adds AEC-Q101 assurance for automotive deployment; versus BUK9Y16-60E, it trades MOSFET gate simplicity for 10× higher voltage capability-making it irreplaceable in 400–600 V switching topologies.
Availability
PBHV2160Z-QX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive HID lighting, industrial electronic ballasts, LED chain drivers, and telecom hook-switch circuits requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for PBHV2160Z-QX 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 essential semiconductors-including logic, discretes, MOSFETs, and ESD protection devices.
PBHV2160Z-QX belongs to Nexperia's AEC-Q101-qualified BISS transistor family, engineered specifically for high-voltage switching in automotive lighting and industrial power conversion where low VCEsat and thermal resilience are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous collector current for PBHV2160Z-QX?
The absolute maximum continuous collector current is 0.1 A, as defined in Table 5 (Limiting Values). This rating assumes operation at Tamb ≤ 25 °C on an FR4 PCB with standard footprint. Derating applies above 25 °C per Fig. 1's power curves-e.g., usable IC drops to ~0.07 A at 70 °C ambient with standard mounting.
Can PBHV2160Z-QX replace standard general-purpose transistors like BC817 in 600 V applications?
No-BC817 has only 45 V VCEO and would fail catastrophically at 600 V. PBHV2160Z-QX is purpose-built for high-voltage switching: its 600 V rating, low 65 mV VCEsat, and AEC-Q101 qualification make it functionally and electrically incompatible with low-voltage general-purpose transistors.
How does the dual-collector configuration (Pins 2 & 4) affect PCB layout?
Pins 2 and 4 are internally shorted to the same collector node. Layout must connect both to a shared, thermally optimized copper pour (≥6 cm² recommended). This reduces effective RCEsat and lowers Rth(j-sp) to 20 K/W-so routing them separately or leaving Pin 4 unconnected degrades thermal performance and may cause localized overheating.
Is PBHV2160Z-QX suitable for linear (analog) amplifier operation?
No-it is optimized for switching, not linear amplification. Its low VCEsat and high hFE at low currents reflect BISS process tuning for saturated switching, not wide-swing analog linearity. The datasheet provides no SOA curves or distortion specs for analog use, and thermal limitations preclude safe linear-mode dissipation above ~0.1 W.
PBHV2160Z-QX Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-261-4, TO-261AA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Transistor Type:
- NPN
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 100 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 600 V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 125mV @ 6mA, 30mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 70 @ 10mA, 10V
- Power - Max:
- 650 mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q101
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-223
PBHV2160Z-QX FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of PBHV2160Z-QX?
All PBHV2160Z-QX units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with PBHV2160Z-QX, 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 PBHV2160Z-QX part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for PBHV2160Z-QX:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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