BC388 The BC388 is a Silicon PNP Transistor manufactured by Micro Electronics Ltd. It is housed in a TO92 package and designed for general-purpose applications.
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The BC388 is a Silicon PNP Transistor manufactured by Micro Electronics Ltd. It is housed in a TO92 package and designed for general-purpose applications.
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BC388 Description

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The BC388 is a Silicon PNP transistor from Micro Electronics Ltd, suitable for various electronic applications. It features a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 35V and a maximum collector current of 0.6A. The transition frequency is specified at 200 MHz, indicating its capability for high-frequency switching and amplification.

 

This transistor comes in a standard TO92 package, which is a common through-hole component. The TO92 package is known for its small size and ease of mounting on printed circuit boards, making it suitable for a wide range of designs where space is a consideration.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a minimum forward current transfer ratio (hFE) of 40 and a maximum collector power dissipation of 0.31W. The maximum operating junction temperature is 135°C. The BC388 is designed for through-hole mounting, simplifying assembly processes in many manufacturing environments.

BC388 Quick Information

Product Type: Bipolar Transistor
Canonical Name: BC388 Silicon PNP Transistor
Subcategory: Bipolar (BJT) - Single

BC388 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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BC388 Features

  • Silicon PNP bipolar junction transistor.
  • 35V maximum collector-emitter voltage.
  • 0.6A maximum collector current.
  • 200 MHz transition frequency.
  • TO92 through-hole package.

BC388 Applications

  • Suitable for general purpose amplification.
  • Used in low frequency switching circuits.
  • Ideal for driver stages up to 0.6A.
  • Compatible with breadboard and through-hole assembly.

BC388 FAQs

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What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC388?

35V.

What is the maximum collector current?

0.6A.

What is the transition frequency?

200 MHz.

What is the package type?

TO92 through-hole.

What is the maximum junction temperature?

135°C.

What is the minimum DC current gain?

40.

What is the collector-emitter saturation voltage?

1 V at IC=100mA, IB=10mA.

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