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BC550CTA

Ammo-Packaged NPN Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) Operating up to 45V Voltage and 0.1A Current, Enclosed in TO-92 Package

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Overview of BC550CTA

The BC550CTA is a PNP general-purpose transistor commonly used in amplification and switching applications. This transistor is designed for low noise and high gain performance, making it suitable for various electronic circuits.

Pinout

(Note: The pin configuration below is a general representation. Refer to the specific datasheet for precise details.)

  • Emitter (E): Current Draining Terminal
  • Base (B): Control Terminal
  • Collector (C): Current Collecting Terminal

Circuit Diagram

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Key Features

  • High Gain: The BC550CTA offers high voltage and current gain, making it suitable for signal amplification.
  • Low Noise: This transistor is designed for low noise operation, ideal for audio applications and sensitive circuits.
  • General Purpose: Suitable for a wide range of applications including amplifiers, switches, and signal processing circuits.
  • PNP Transistor: The BC550CTA is a PNP transistor with a positive voltage on the collector concerning the emitter.

Note: For detailed technical specifications, please refer to the BC550CTA datasheet.

Application

  • Audio Amplification: Ideal for audio amplifier circuits due to its low noise characteristics.
  • Signal Processing: Used in various signal processing circuits where high gain is required.
  • Switching Circuits: Suitable for low-power switching applications in electronic devices.

Functionality

The BC550CTA is a PNP transistor that amplifies or switches electronic signals based on the input at the base terminal. It provides signal processing capabilities with high gain and low noise characteristics.

Usage Guide

  • Emitter (E): Connect the emitter terminal for current outflow.
  • Base (B): Apply the control signal to the base terminal for amplification or switching.
  • Collector (C): Collect the amplified current from the collector terminal.

Equivalent

For similar functionalities, consider these alternatives to the BC550CTA:

  • BC557: A complementary NPN transistor with similar amplification and switching capabilities.
  • 2N3906: Another PNP transistor commonly used in amplification and switching circuits.

Specifications

The followings are basic parameters of the part selected concerning the characteristics of the part and categories it belongs to.

Status Active Compliance PbAHP
Package Type TO-92-3 LF Case Outline 135AR
MSL Type NA MSL Temp (°C) 0
Container Type FNFLD Container Qty. 2000
ON Target N Polarity NPN
Type General Purpose VCE(sat) Max (V) 0.6
IC Cont. (A) 0.1 VCEO Min (V) 45
VCBO (V) 50 VEBO (V) 5
VBE(sat) (V) 0.9 VBE(on) (V) 0.66
hFE Min 420 hFE Max 800
fT Min (MHz) 300 PTM Max (W) 0.5
Pricing ($/Unit) $0.0335Sample

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