NXP Semiconductors PDTC114TK,115
- Part No.:
- PDTC114TK,115
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Single, Pre-Biased Bipolar Transistors
- Package:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Datasheet:
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PDTC114TK,115.pdf
- Description:
- TRANS PREBIAS NPN 50V 0.1A SMT3
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Product details
Overview
PDTC114TK,115 from Nexperia is an NPN resistor-equipped transistor (RET) with integrated 10 kΩ input bias resistor (R1), open R2 configuration, 50 V VCEO, 100 mA IO, and SOT346 (SC-59A/TO-236) package - used for digital switching in microcontroller I/O interface circuits.
For engineers reviewing the PDTC114TK,115 datasheet, PDTC114TK,115 pinout, PDTC114TK,115 application, or PDTC114TK,115 equivalent, this page delivers verified pin assignments, thermal limits, saturation behavior, DC gain range, and direct alternatives for cost-sensitive digital load control designs.
Technical Context
The PDTC114TK,115 integrates a single NPN silicon transistor with a monolithically embedded 10 kΩ base-input resistor (R1) and no feedback resistor (R2 = open), enabling simplified single-resistor biasing. It operates as a digital switch with guaranteed saturation at IC/IB = 20 and VCE(sat) ≤ 150 mV at IC = 10 mA / IB = 0.5 mA.
Designed for surface-mount assembly on FR4 PCBs using reflow only, it supports ambient temperatures from −65 °C to +150 °C and junction temperatures up to 150 °C. Its 250 mW power dissipation rating and 500 K/W junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (SOT346) define its continuous switching capability under standard layout conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCEO | 50 V - maximum collector-emitter voltage before breakdown; enables use in 24 V logic and industrial I/O systems. |
| IO | 100 mA - continuous output current rating; sufficient for driving LEDs, small relays, and logic-level MOSFET gates. |
| R1 | 10 kΩ (7–13 kΩ range) - built-in base bias resistor; eliminates external component and reduces BOM count by one resistor. |
| VCE(sat) | ≤150 mV at IC = 10 mA / IB = 0.5 mA - ensures low conduction loss and minimal self-heating during saturated switching. |
| hFE | ≥200 at VCE = 5 V, IC = 1 mA - provides high DC current gain for reliable turn-on with weak MCU drive signals. |
| Ptot | 250 mW at Tamb ≤ 25 °C - defines maximum steady-state power handling in SOT346 package without heatsinking. |
| Rth(j-a) | 500 K/W - thermal resistance from junction to ambient; determines temperature rise per watt in standard FR4 mounting. |
Pinout & Package
SOT346 (SC-59A / TO-236) plastic surface-mounted package, 3-lead, 1.7 mm × 2.5 mm × 1.0 mm body, standard footprint for reflow soldering.
| Pin | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | input (base) | Connected internally to R1; accepts logic-level drive directly from MCU GPIO or gate driver outputs. |
| 2 | GND (emitter) | Emitter tied to system ground; serves as common reference for input and output paths. |
| 3 | output (collector) | Switched high-side output node; connects to load (e.g., LED anode or relay coil) referenced to VCC. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated R1 bias resistor | 10 kΩ ±30% - eliminates discrete base resistor, reducing PCB area and assembly steps in digital switch designs. |
| NPN RET architecture | R2 = open - simplifies circuit topology for unidirectional switching; avoids unintended feedback or latch-up risk. |
| Low VCE(sat) | ≤150 mV - minimizes voltage drop across device, preserving headroom for downstream loads in 3.3 V or 5 V systems. |
| High hFE | ≥200 - ensures robust saturation even with marginal MCU drive strength or elevated temperature. |
| SOT346 package | Standardized JEDEC TO-236 footprint - enables drop-in compatibility with existing pick-and-place tooling and reflow profiles. |
Applications
| Microcontroller I/O Interface | LED Indicator Driver |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving discrete LEDs or optocouplers from low-current GPIO pins of ARM Cortex-M or PIC microcontrollers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital switch translating logic-high signal into controlled current path to LED cathode or optocoupler input. Use Value: Eliminates need for external base resistor; ensures full saturation at 3.3 V MCU output with <1 µA leakage into base. |
Use Scenario: Controlling status indicators on industrial HMI panels where space and BOM cost are constrained. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Constant-current switch regulating LED brightness via PWM duty cycle applied to base pin. Use Value: Delivers consistent 10–20 mA LED current with <150 mV dropout, preserving >3.1 V forward voltage margin at 3.3 V supply. |
| Logic-Level Relay Control | Level-Shifting Input Buffer |
|
Use Scenario: Activating 5 V or 12 V electromagnetic relays from 3.3 V microcontroller outputs in PLC I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch sourcing relay coil current through collector, with emitter grounded. Use Value: Supports 100 mA relay coils while maintaining VCE(sat) < 150 mV - limiting power dissipation to <15 mW during hold state. |
Use Scenario: Converting 1.8 V or 2.5 V logic signals to 5 V-compatible levels for legacy peripheral interfaces. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverting level shifter where input drives base and collector pulls up to 5 V via external pull-up. Use Value: Provides clean logic inversion with hFE ≥ 200 ensuring fast edge response and noise immunity at 10 MHz toggle rates. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BC847B,215 | No integrated resistors; requires external 10 kΩ base resistor; hFE = 200–450 (same min); VCEO = 45 V. | Higher component count; suitable when design requires adjustable bias or dual-R configuration. | Select BC847B,215 if flexibility in base drive network or tighter hFE tolerance is required. |
| PDTA114TK,115 | PNP complement; same SOT346 package, matching R1 = 10 kΩ, but inverted polarity and VECO = 50 V. | Used for high-side switching or complementary logic stages where source-driving (not sink-driving) is needed. | Choose PDTA114TK,115 when implementing push-pull outputs or active-low enable functions requiring PNP topology. |
Compared with PDTC114TK,115, BC847B,215 adds design flexibility at the cost of one passive component and board area, while PDTA114TK,115 offers functional symmetry for complementary switching but cannot substitute directly in NPN-sink configurations.
Availability
PDTC114TK,115 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for microcontroller I/O interfacing, LED indicator control, logic-level relay actuation, and level-shifting input buffering requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial availability.
Supply support for PDTC114TK,115 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 delivering high-performance, reliable discrete, logic, and MOSFET solutions rooted in Philips' legacy.
The PDTC114TK,115 belongs to Nexperia's resistor-equipped transistor (RET) family, engineered specifically to reduce component count and simplify digital switching in space-constrained, cost-sensitive embedded systems.
FAQ
What is the exact package type and footprint compatibility of PDTC114TK,115?
The PDTC114TK,115 uses the SOT346 package (JEDEC TO-236, JEITA SC-59A), with 1.7 mm × 2.5 mm body dimensions and standardized 0.95 mm lead pitch. It shares footprint compatibility with other SOT346 devices including BC847 variants and is optimized for reflow soldering on FR4 PCBs with single-sided copper.
Does PDTC114TK,115 include both R1 and R2 bias resistors?
No - PDTC114TK,115 has only R1 = 10 kΩ (7–13 kΩ) integrated between base and input pin; R2 is explicitly open (unconnected), as confirmed in the product data sheet's "R2 = open" designation. This configuration supports simple single-resistor biasing for digital on/off operation.
What is the maximum continuous collector current rating for PDTC114TK,115?
The PDTC114TK,115 is rated for 100 mA continuous output current (IO) under standard conditions. This value is validated across its operating temperature range and aligns with its 250 mW total power dissipation limit in the SOT346 package at Tamb ≤ 25 °C.
Can PDTC114TK,115 replace BC847 series transistors directly in existing designs?
PDTC114TK,115 serves as a cost-saving alternative to BC847 series in digital applications, but is not a direct pin-for-pin replacement due to different pinout (SOT346: pin 1 = base, pin 2 = emitter, pin 3 = collector) and integrated biasing. Layout revision is required to remove the external base resistor and verify signal routing.
What is the guaranteed VCE(sat) performance of PDTC114TK,115 under typical drive conditions?
PDTC114TK,115 guarantees VCE(sat) ≤ 150 mV when operated at IC = 10 mA and IB = 0.5 mA (IC/IB = 20), measured at Tamb = 25 °C. This ensures efficient saturated switching with minimal voltage loss in 3.3 V and 5 V logic-controlled loads.
PDTC114TK,115 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Transistor Type:
- NPN - Pre-Biased
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 100 mA
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 50 V
- Resistor - Base (R1):
- 10 kOhms
- Resistor - Emitter Base (R2):
- -
- DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce:
- 200 @ 1mA, 5V
- Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic:
- 150mV @ 500µA, 10mA
- Current - Collector Cutoff (Max):
- 1µA
- Frequency - Transition:
- -
- Power - Max:
- 250 mW
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- SMT3; MPAK
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