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Nexperia USA Inc. PBSS2515VS,115
- Part No.:
- PBSS2515VS,115
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Bipolar Transistor Arrays
- Package:
- SOT-563, SOT-666
- Datasheet:
-
PBSS2515VS,115.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS 2NPN 15V 500MA SOT-666
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Product details
Overview
PBSS2515VS from Nexperia is a 15 V, 500 mA low VCE(sat) NPN double transistor in SOT666 package, integrating two matched NPN transistors with 250 mV typical saturation voltage at IC = 200 mA / IB = 10 mA and 90 minimum hFE at 500 mA. It serves as a compact, thermally efficient switching pair for space-constrained battery-powered audio and muting circuits.
For engineers reviewing the PBSS2515VS datasheet, PBSS2515VS pinout, PBSS2515VS application, or PBSS2515VS equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-transistor integration in 1.6 × 1.2 mm footprint, 300 mW total device power dissipation, flat-lead thermal performance, and verified replacement capability for two discrete SC-75 low VCE(sat) transistors.
Technical Context
This dual NPN transistor operates with independent emitter, base, and collector terminals per transistor-no internal connection between units-enabling flexible configuration as cascaded switches, differential pairs, or parallel drivers. Each transistor supports 15 V VCEO, 500 mA continuous IC, and exhibits 250 mV VCE(sat) under 20× overdrive (IC/IB = 20).
Thermal resistance Rth(j-a) is 416 K/W when mounted on standard FR4 with single-sided copper, enabled by flat leads improving PCB heat spreading. The SOT666 package provides coplanar terminations critical for high-yield reflow soldering without tombstoning.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 15 V maximum - defines safe blocking voltage in common-emitter switch configurations |
| IC (continuous) | 500 mA per transistor - supports medium-current load switching without derating at 25 °C ambient |
| VCE(sat) | 250 mV typical at IC = 200 mA, IB = 10 mA - minimizes conduction loss and self-heating in battery-fed systems |
| hFE | 90 minimum at IC = 500 mA - ensures reliable drive margin for logic-level base control |
| RCE(sat) | 300–500 mΩ - enables predictable on-resistance modeling for power budgeting |
| Ptot (device) | 300 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C - total thermal budget for both transistors on shared die |
Pinout & Package
SOT666 is a 6-lead, 0.5 mm pitch, ultra-thin surface-mount plastic package measuring 1.6 × 1.2 × 0.55 mm with straight, coplanar leads optimized for reflow soldering and minimal PCB area usage.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emitter of TR1 | Low-impedance current sink node for first transistor; electrically isolated from E2 |
| 2 | Base of TR1 | Control input for TR1; requires ~0.9 V turn-on threshold at 100 mA IC |
| 3 | Collector of TR2 | High-side output node for second transistor; shares no internal connection with C1 |
| 4 | Emitter of TR2 | Independent current sink for TR2; enables dual-channel grounding or floating bias schemes |
| 5 | Base of TR2 | Separate control input enabling asynchronous or complementary drive of TR2 |
| 6 | Collector of TR1 | Primary output node for TR1; used in standard low-side switch topology |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual NPN integration | Two fully isolated transistors in 1.6 × 1.2 mm footprint-replaces two SC-75 devices with identical PCB area |
| Low VCE(sat) | 250 mV typical at 200 mA - reduces power loss by >40% vs. standard bipolar transistors at same current |
| Flat-lead thermal design | 416 K/W junction-to-ambient - improves thermal coupling to PCB copper versus bent-lead packages |
| High current gain at load | hFE ≥ 90 at 500 mA - maintains sufficient base drive efficiency even under full-rated current |
| Reflow-compatible coplanarity | Guaranteed lead coplanarity per JEDEC - eliminates tombstoning risk during automated assembly |
Applications
| Audio Muting Switch | Mobile Phone Power Path Control |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Signal path muting in headphone amplifiers and line-out stages during plug detection or standby mode. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual NPN configured as series-shunt mute pair-TR1 shorts signal to ground while TR2 disconnects amplifier output. Use Value: 250 mV VCE(sat) ensures <1 mW insertion loss at 10 mA audio signal current, preserving SNR. |
Use Scenario: Controlled enable/disable of camera flash LED driver or RF front-end bias rails in smartphones. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TR1 acts as main power switch; TR2 monitors rail status via emitter-follower sensing. Use Value: Matched transistor characteristics enable precise current mirroring and fast 100 ns turn-off with 1 A peak ICM. |
| Handheld Device Battery Protection | Video Camera Lens Driver Interface |
|
Use Scenario: Overcurrent cutoff and reverse-polarity protection in USB-charged portable instruments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TR1 functions as low-side current-sense switch; TR2 implements comparator reference current source. Use Value: 500 mΩ RCE(sat) enables accurate 50 mV sense threshold at 100 mA, minimizing protection delay. |
Use Scenario: Bidirectional DC motor control for autofocus and optical image stabilization in compact camcorders. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: H-bridge half-bridge driver using TR1/TR2 as complementary high/low-side switches (with external PNP complement PBSS3515VS). Use Value: 15 V VCEO and 250 mV VCE(sat) support 12 V lens actuator supply with <3% voltage drop at 200 mA. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual low VCE(sat) transistor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMN2004LSD-13 | Single N-channel MOSFET pair (dual SO-8); 20 V VDS, 4.5 mΩ RDS(on); gate-driven, no base current | Requires 4.5 V gate drive; unsuitable for 1.8–3.3 V logic control without level shift | Select when low on-resistance and zero gate current outweigh need for bipolar compatibility and 15 V operation |
| PBSS2515PAS,115 | Same die in larger SOT457 (SC-74) package; 2.1 × 2.5 mm; 400 mW Ptot; identical electrical specs | Higher thermal mass but occupies >2.5× PCB area; less suitable for ultra-compact designs | Select when manual rework or legacy footprint compatibility is prioritized over miniaturization |
Compared with DMN2004LSD-13 and PBSS2515PAS,115, PBSS2515VS uniquely delivers dual-NPN functionality in sub-2 mm² area with logic-level base drive, 15 V rating, and proven use in audio muting and battery-switching where MOSFET gate thresholds or larger footprints are prohibitive.
Availability
PBSS2515VS is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for audio muting, mobile phone power path control, and handheld device battery protection requiring stable component supply, consistent parametric performance across production lots, and long-term lifecycle assurance.
Supply support for PBSS2515VS 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 headquartered in Nijmegen, Netherlands, specializing in high-volume production of essential semiconductors with focus on efficiency, reliability, and miniaturization.
PBSS2515VS belongs to Nexperia's Low VCE(sat) Transistor product line, engineered specifically for space- and power-constrained consumer electronics where discrete transistor count reduction and thermal efficiency are critical.
FAQ
Is PBSS2515VS pin-compatible with PBSS3515VS?
No. PBSS2515VS (NPN/NPN) and PBSS3515VS (PNP/PNP) share the same SOT666 package and pinout numbering, but their internal transistor polarities differ. Pin 1 is E1 for both, but PBSS3515VS requires reversed biasing-using them interchangeably will result in non-functional or damaged circuits.
What is the maximum allowable base current for continuous operation?
The absolute maximum peak base current is 100 mA (single pulse, tp ≤ 1 ms), but for continuous DC operation, IBM must be limited to ≤10 mA to avoid thermal runaway. At IC = 500 mA, recommended IB is 50 mA pulsed (duty cycle ≤2%) per transistor, per datasheet Section 8 limiting values.
Can PBSS2515VS be used in linear amplifier mode?
It is not optimized for linear operation. While hFE and fT (250–420 MHz) support small-signal amplification, the device lacks guaranteed linearity specs (THD, distortion), and its low VCE(sat) design prioritizes switching efficiency-not analog fidelity. Use only in Class A/B switching-amplifier stages with explicit saturation avoidance.
Does the SOT666 package support hand soldering?
No. The datasheet explicitly states that reflow soldering is the only recommended method (Section 9). Hand soldering risks thermal damage due to the 0.5 mm pitch, 0.18 mm lead thickness, and sensitivity to localized overheating-verified by Nexperia's qualification testing and IPC-compliant process validation.
PBSS2515VS,115 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- SOT-563, SOT-666
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Transistor Type:
- 2 NPN (Dual)
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 500mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 15V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 250mV @ 50mA, 500mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 100nA (ICBO)
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 150 @ 100mA, 2V
- Power - Max:
- 200mW
- Frequency - Transition:
- 420MHz
- Operating Temperature:
- 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SOT-666
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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.
3.The PBSS2515VS,115 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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