1. Product profile
1.1 General description
NPN medium power tran sistor series in Surface-Mo unted Device (SMD) plastic p ackages.
[1] Valid for all available selection groups.
1.2 Features and benefits
High current
Three current gain selections
High power dissipation capability
Exposed heatsink for excellent thermal and electrical conductivity (SOT89, SOT1061)
Leadless very small SMD plas tic package with medium power capability (SOT1061)
AEC-Q101 qualified
1.3 Applications
1.4 Quick reference data
[1] Pulse test: tp300 s; = 0.02.
BCP55; BCX55; BC55PA
60 V, 1 A NPN medium power transistors
Rev. 8 — 24 October 2011 Product data sheet
Table 1. Product overview
Type number[1] Package PNP complement
Nexperia JEITA JEDEC
BCP55 SOT223 SC-73 - BCP52
BCX55 SOT89 SC-62 TO-243 BCX52
BC55PA SOT1061 - - BC52PA
Linear voltage regulators Power management
Low-side switches MOSFET drivers
Battery-driven devices Amplifiers
Table 2. Quick reference data
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
VCEO collector-emitter voltage open base - - 60 V
ICcollector current - - 1 A
ICM peak collector current single pulse; tp1ms--2A
hFE DC current gain VCE =2V; I
C=150mA [1] 63 - 250
hFE selection -10 VCE =2V; I
C=150mA [1] 63 - 160
hFE selection -16 VCE =2V; I
C=150mA [1] 100 - 250
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2. Pinning information
3. Ordering information
[1] Valid for all available selection groups.
Table 3. Pinning
Pin Description Simplified outline Graphic symbol
SOT223
1base
2 collector
3emitter
4 collector
SOT89
1emitter
2 collector
3base
SOT1061
1base
2emitter
3 collector
132
4
sym016
2, 4
3
1
321
sym042
1
2
3
Transparent top view
12
3
sym021
3
2
1
Tabl e 4. Ordering information
Type number[1] Package
Name Description Version
BCP55 SC-73 plastic surface-mounted package with increased
heatsink; 4 leads SOT223
BCX55 SC-62 plastic surface-mounted package; exposed die pad for
good heat transfer; 3 leads SOT89
BC55PA HUSON3 plastic thermal enhanced ultra thin small outline
package; no leads; 3 terminals; body 2 20.65 mm SOT1061
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4. Marking
Table 5. Marking codes
Type number Marking code
BCP55 BCP55
BCP55-10 BCP55/10
BCP55-16 BCP55/16
BCX55 BE
BCX55-10 BG
BCX55-16 BM
BC55PA AW
BC55-10PA BH
BC55-16PA BJ
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5. Limiting values
[1] Device mounted on an FR4 Printed-Circuit Board (PCB), single-sided copper, tin-plated and standard
footprint.
[2] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2.
[3] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2.
[4] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, tin-plated and standard footprint.
[5] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2.
Table 6. Limiting values
In accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 60134).
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Max Unit
VCBO collector-base voltage open emitter - 60 V
VCEO collector-emitter voltage open base - 60 V
VEBO emitter-base voltage open collector - 5 V
ICcollector current - 1 A
ICM peak collector current single pulse;
tp1ms -2A
IBbase current - 0.3 A
IBM peak base current single pulse;
tp1ms -0.3A
Ptot total power dissipation Tamb 25 C
BCP55 [1] -0.65W
[2] -1.00W
[3] -1.35W
BCX55 [1] -0.50W
[2] -0.95W
[3] -1.35W
BC55PA [1] -0.42W
[2] -0.83W
[3] -1.10W
[4] -0.81W
[5] -1.65W
Tjjunction temperature - 150 C
Tamb ambient temperature 55 +150 C
Tstg storage temperature 65 +150 C
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(1) FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
(2) FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
(3) FR4 PCB, standard footprint
(1) FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
(2) FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
(3) FR4 PCB, standard footprint
Fig 1. Power derating curves SOT223 Fig 2. Power derating curves SOT89
(1) FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
(2) FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
(3) FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
(4) FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, standard footprint
(5) FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, standard footprint
Fig 3. Power derating curves S OT 10 6 1
Tamb (°C)
–75 17512525 75–25
006aac674
0.5
1.0
1.5
Ptot
(W)
0.0
(1)
(2)
(3)
Tamb (°C)
–75 17512525 75–25
006aac675
0.5
1.0
1.5
Ptot
(W)
0.0
(1)
(2)
(3)
Tamb (°C)
–75 17512525 75–25
006aac676
1.0
0.5
1.5
2.0
Ptot
(W)
0.0
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
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6. Thermal characteristics
[1] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, tin-plated and standard footprint.
[2] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2.
[3] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2.
[4] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, tin-plated and standard footprint.
[5] Device mounted on an FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, tin-plated, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2.
Table 7. Thermal characteris tics
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
Rth(j-a) thermal resistance from
junction to ambient in free air
BCP55 [1] --192K/W
[2] --125K/W
[3] --93K/W
BCX55 [1] --250K/W
[2] --132K/W
[3] --93K/W
BC55PA [1] --298K/W
[2] --151K/W
[3] --114K/W
[4] --154K/W
[5] --76K/W
Rth(j-sp) thermal resistance from
junction to solder poi nt
BCP55 - - 16 K/W
BCX55 - - 16 K/W
BC55PA --20K/W
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FR4 PCB, standard footprint
Fig 4. Transient thermal impedance from junc tio n to ambient as a function of p ul se duration for SOT223;
typical values
FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
Fig 5. Transient thermal impedance from junc tio n to ambient as a function of p ul se duration for SOT223;
typical values
006aac677
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.02
0.05 0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
006aac678
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.02
0.05 0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
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FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
Fig 6. Transient thermal impedance from junc tio n to ambient as a function of p ul se duration for SOT223;
typical values
FR4 PCB, standard footprint
Fig 7. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT89;
typical values
006aac679
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.02
0.05 0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
006aac680
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.02
0.05 0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
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FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
Fig 8. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT89;
typical values
FR4 PCB, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
Fig 9. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT89;
typical values
006aac681
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.02
0.05 0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
006aac682
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1
0.2 0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
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FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, standard footprint
Fig 10. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT1061;
typical values
FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
Fig 11. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT1061;
typical values
006aac683
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1 0.2
0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
0.25
006aac684
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1 0.2
0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
0.25
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FR4 PCB, single-sided copper, mounting pad for collector 6 cm2
Fig 12. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT1061;
typical values
FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, standard footprint
Fig 13. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT1061;
typical values
006aac685
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1 0.2
0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
0.25
006aac686
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1 0.2
0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
0.25
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7. Characteristics
[1] Pulse test: tp300 s; = 0.02.
FR4 PCB, 4-layer copper, mounting pad for collector 1 cm2
Fig 14. Transient thermal impedance from junction to ambient as a function of pulse duration for SOT1061;
typical values
006aac687
10
1
102
103
Zth(j-a)
(K/W)
10–1
10–5 1010–2
10–4 102
10–1 tp (s)
10–3 103
1
0
duty cycle = 1
0.01
0.05
0.1 0.2
0.33
0.5 0.75
0.02
0.25
Table 8. Characteristics
Tamb =25
C unless otherwise specified.
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit
ICBO collector-base cut-off
current VCB =30V; I
E= 0 A - - 100 nA
VCB =30V; I
E=0A;
Tj= 150 C--10A
IEBO emitter-base cut-of f
current VEB =5V; I
C= 0 A - - 100 nA
hFE DC current ga in VCE =2V
IC=5mA [1] 63 - -
IC=150mA [1] 63 - 250
IC=500mA [1] 40 - -
DC current ga in VCE =2V
hFE selection -10 IC=150mA [1] 63 - 160
hFE selection -16 IC=150mA [1] 100 - 250
VCEsat collector-emitter
saturation voltage IC=500mA; I
B=50mA [1] --0.5V
VBE base-emitter vo ltage VCE =2V; I
C= 500 mA [1] --1V
Cccollector capacitance VCB =10V; I
E=i
e=0A;
f=1MHz -6-pF
fTtransition frequency VCE =5V; I
C=50mA;
f=100MHz 100 180 - MHz
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VCE =2V
(1) Tamb = 100 C
(2) Tamb =25C
(3) Tamb =55 C
Tamb =25C
Fig 15. DC current gain as a function of collector
current; typical values Fig 16. Collector current as a function of
collector-emitter voltage; typical values
VCE = 2 V
(1) Tamb =55 C
(2) Tamb =25C
(3) Tamb = 100 C
IC/IB=10
(1) Tamb = 100 C
(2) Tamb =25C
(3) Tamb =55 C
Fig 17. Ba se-emitter voltage as a function of collector
current; typical values Fig 18. Collector- em itter saturatio n voltage as a
function of collector current; typical values
006aac691
100
200
300
hFE
0
IC (A)
10–4 10110–3 10–1
10–2
(1)
(2)
(3)
VCE (V)
0 2.01.60.8 1.20.4
006aaa084
0.8
0.4
1.2
1.6
IC
(A)
0
25
20
15
10
5
IB (mA) = 50 45 40 35 30
006aac692
0.4
0.8
1.2
VBE
(V)
0.0
IC (mA)
10–1 104
103
110
2
10
(1)
(2)
(3)
006aac693
IC (mA)
10–1 104
103
110
2
10
10–1
1
VCEsat
(V)
10–2
(1)
(2)
(3)
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8. Test information
8.1 Quality information
This product has been qualified in accordance with the Automotive Electronics Council
(AEC) standard Q101 - Stress test qualification for discrete semiconductors, and is
suitable for use in automotive applications.
9. Package outline
Fig 19. Package outline SOT223 (SC-73)
Fig 20. Package outline SOT89 (SC-62/TO-243)
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10. Packing information
[1] For further information and the availability of packing methods, see Section 14.
[2] Valid for all available selection groups.
[3] T1: normal taping
[4] T3: 90 rotated taping
Fig 21. Package outline SOT1061 (HUSON3)
09-11-12Dimensions in mm
0.65
max
2.1
1.9
1.6
1.4
0.35
0.25 0.45
0.35
2.1
1.9
1.1
0.9
0.3
0.2
1.05
0.95
1.3
2
3
1
Table 9. Packing methods
The indicated -xxx are the last thre e digits of the 12NC ordering code.[1]
Type
number[2] Package Description Packing quantity
1000 3000 4000
BCP55 SOT223 8 mm pitch, 12 mm tape and reel -115 - -135
BCX55 SOT89 8 mm pitch, 12 mm tape and reel; T1 [3] -115 - -135
8 mm pitch, 12 mm tape and reel; T3 [4] -146 - -
BC55PA SOT1061 4 mm pitch, 8 mm tape and reel - -115 -
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11. Soldering
Fig 22. Reflow soldering footprint SOT223 (SC-73)
Fig 23. Wave soldering footprint SOT223 (SC-73)
sot223_fr
1.2
(4×)
1.2
(3×)
1.3
(4×)
1.3
(3×)
6.15
7
3.85
3.6
3.5
0.3
3.9 7.65
2.3 2.3
6.1
4
231
solder lands
solder resist
occupied area
solder paste
Dimensions in mm
sot223_fw
1.9
6.7
8.9
8.7
1.9
(3×)
1.9
(2×)
1.1
6.2
2.7 2.7
2
4
31
solder lands
solder resist
occupied area
preferred transport
direction during soldering
Dimensions in mm
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Fig 24. Reflow soldering footprint SOT89 (SC-62/TO-243)
Fig 25. Wave soldering footprint SOT89 (SC-62/TO-243)
solder lands
solder resist
occupied area
solder paste
sot089_fr
1.2
1.9
2
2.25
4.75
1
(3×)
0.7
(3×)
0.6
(3×)
1.1
(2×)
1.2
0.85 0.2
0.5
1.7
4.85
3.95
4.6
1.51.5
Dimensions in mm
solder lands
solder resist
occupied area
preferred transport direction during soldering
sot089_fw
0.7
5.3
6.6
2.4
3.5
0.5
1.8
(2×)
1.5
(2×)
7.6
1.9 1.9
Dimensions in mm
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Reflow soldering is the only recommended soldering method.
Fig 26. Reflow soldering footprint SOT1061 (HUSON3)
occupied area
solder paste = solder lands Dimensions in mm
sot1061_fr
solder resist
0.4
2.1
1.3
0.25
0.25 0.25
1.1 1.2
0.55
0.6
2.3
0.5 (2×)
0.5 (2×) 0.6 (2×)
0.4 (2×)
0.5
1.6
1.7
1.05
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12. Revision history
Table 10. Revision history
Document ID Release date Data sheet status Change notice Supersedes
BCP55_BCX55_BC55PA v.8 20111024 Product data sheet - BC637_BCP55_BCX55 v.7
Modifications: •Type number removed: BC637
•Type number added: BC55PA, BC55-10PA and BC55-16PA
•Section 1 “Product profile”: updated
•Section 2 “Pinning informa tion”: updated
•Table 6 and 7: updated according to latest measureme nts
•Figure 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 to 9, 15, 17 and 18: updated
•Figure 3, 6, 10 to 14: added
•Section 8 “Test information”: added
•Section 10 “Packing information”: updated
•Section 11 “Soldering”: added
•Section 13 “Legal information”: updated
BC637_BCP55_BCX55 v.7 20070625 Product data sheet - BC637_BCP55_BCX55 v.6
BC637_BCP55_BCX55 v.6 20050218 Product data sheet CPCN2004050
29 BC635_637_639 v.4
BCP54_55_56 v.5
BCX54_55_56 v.4
BC635_637_639 v.4 20011010 Product specification - BC635_637_639 v.3
BCP54_55_56 v.5 20030206 Product specification - BCP54_55_56 v.4
BCX54_55_56 v.4 20011010 Product specification - BCX54_55_56 v.3
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13. Legal information
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for quick reference only and shou ld not be rel ied u pon to cont ain det ailed and
full information. For detailed and full information see the relevant full data
sheet, which is available on request via the local Nexperia sales
office. In case of any inconsistency or conflict with the short data sheet, the
full data sheet shall pre vail.
Product specificat io n — The information and data provided in a Product
data sheet shall define the specification of the product as agreed be tween
Nexperia and its customer, unless Nexperia and
customer have explicitly agreed otherwise in writing. In no event however,
shall an agreement be valid in which the Nexperia product is
deemed to off er functions and qualities beyond those described in the
Product data sheet.
13.3 Disclaimers
Limited warr a nty and liability — Information in this document is believed to
be accurate and reliable. However, Nexperia does not give any
representations or warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or
completeness of such information and shall have no liability for the
consequences of use of such information.
In no event shall Nexperia be liable for any indirect, incidental,
punitive, special or consequ ential damages (including - wit hout limitatio n - lost
profits, lost savings, business interruption, costs related to the removal or
replacement of any products or rework charges) whether or not such
damages are based on tort (including negligence), warranty, breach of
contract or any other legal theory.
Notwithstanding any damages that customer might incur for any reason
whatsoever, Nexperia’s aggregate and cumulative liability towards
customer for the products described herein shall be limited in accordance
with the Terms and conditions of commercial sale of Nexperia.
Right to make changes — Nexperia reserves the right to make
changes to information published in this document, including without
limitation specifications and product descriptions, at any time and without
notice. This document supersedes and replaces all informa tion supplied prior
to the publication hereof .
Suitability for use — Nexperia products are not designed,
authorized or warranted to be suit able for use in life support, life-critical or
safety-critical systems or equipment, nor in applications where failure or
malfunction of a Nexperia product can reasonably be expected
to result in perso nal injury, death or severe property or environmental
damage. Nexperia accepts no liability for inclusion and/or use of
Nexperia products in such equipment or applications and
therefore such inclusion and/or use is at the customer’s own risk.
Applications — Applications that are described herein for any of these
products are for illustrative purposes only. Nexperia makes no
representation or warranty tha t such application s will be suitable for the
specified use without further testing or modification.
Customers are responsible for the design and ope ration of their applications
and products using Nexperia products, and Nexperia
accepts no liability for any assistance with applications or customer product
design. It is customer’s sole responsibility to determine whether the Nexperia
product is suitable and fit for the customer’s applications and
products planned, as well as fo r the planned application and use of
customer’s third party customer(s). Customers should provide appropriate
design and operating safeguards to minimize the risks associated with their
applications and products.
Nexperia does not accept any liability related to any default,
damage, costs or problem which is based on any weakness or default in the
customer’s applications or products, or the application or use by customer’s
third party customer(s). Customer is responsible for doing all necessary
testing for the customer’s applications and products using Nexperia
products in order to avoid a default of the applications and
the products or of the application or use by customer’s third party
customer(s). Nexperia does not accept any liability in this respect.
Limiting values — Stress above one or more limiting values (as defined in
the Absolute Maximum Ratings System of IEC 60134) will cause permanent
damage to the device. Limiting values are stress ratings only and (proper)
operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those given in
the Recommended operating conditions section (if present) or the
Characteristics sections of this document is not warranted. Constant or
repeated exposure to limiting values will permanent ly and irreversibly affect
the quality and reliability of the device.
Terms and conditions of commercial sale — Nexperia
products are sold subject to the general terms and conditions of commercial
sale, as published at http://www.nexperia.com/profile/terms, unless otherwise
agreed in a valid written individua l agreement. In case an individual
agreement is concluded only the ter ms and conditions of the respective
agreement shall apply. Nexperia hereby expressly objects to
applying the customer’s general terms and conditions with regard to the
purchase of Nexperia products by customer.
No offer to sell or license — Not hing in this document may be interpret ed or
construed as an of fer t o sell product s that is open for accept ance or t he grant,
conveyance or implication of any license under any copyri ghts, patents or
other industrial or intellectual property rights.
Export control — This document as well as the item(s) described herein
may be subject to export control regulatio ns. Export might require a prior
authorization from competent authorities.
Document status[1][2] Product status[3] Definition
Objective [short] data sheet Development This document contain s data from the objective specification for product development.
Preliminary [short] dat a sheet Qualification This document contains data from the preliminary specification.
Product [short] dat a sheet Production This document contains the product specification.
© Nexperia B.V. 2017. All rights reserved
BCP55_BCX55_BC55PA All information provided in this document is subject to legal disclaimers.
Product data sheet Rev. 8 — 24 October 2011 21 of 22
Nexperia BCP55; BCX55; BC55PA
60 V, 1 A NPN medium power transistors
Quick reference data — The Quick reference data is an extract of the
product data given in the Limiting values and Characteristics sections of this
document, and as such is not complete, exhaustive or legally binding.
13.4 Trademarks
Notice: All refe renced brands, produc t names, service names and trademarks
are the property of their respect i ve ow ners.
14. Contact information
For more information, please visit: http://www.nexperia.com
For sales office addresses, please send an email to: salesaddresses@nexperia.com
Nexperia BCP55; BCX55; BC55PA
60 V, 1 A NPN medium power transistors
15. Contents
1 Product profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Features and benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.4 Quick reference data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 Pinning information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3 Ordering information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
4 Marking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
5 Limiting values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6 Thermal characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7 Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8 Test information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
8.1 Quality information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
9 Package outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
10 Packing information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
11 Soldering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
12 Revision history. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
13 Legal information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
13.1 Data sheet status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
13.2 Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
13.3 Disclaimers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
13.4 Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
14 Contact information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
15 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
© Nexperia B.V. 2017. All rights reserved
For more information, please visit: http://www.nexperia.com
For sales office addresses, please send an email to: salesaddresses@nexperia.com
Date of release:
24 October 2011