BC557C The BC557C is a PNP bipolar junction transistor from GS, designed for general purpose switching and amplification. It offers low current and low voltage capabilities.
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The BC557C is a PNP bipolar junction transistor from GS, designed for general purpose switching and amplification. It offers low current and low voltage capabilities.
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BC557C Description

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The BC557C is a PNP general purpose transistor housed in a TO-92 or SOT54 plastic package. It is suitable for general purpose switching and amplification applications.

 

Key electrical characteristics include a maximum collector current of 100 mA and a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 45 V. The DC current gain (hFE) for the BC557C ranges from 420 to 800 at a collector current of -2 mA and a collector-emitter voltage of -5 V.

 

Thermal specifications include a maximum power dissipation of 500 mW at an ambient temperature of 25 °C and a thermal resistance from junction to ambient of 250 K/W. The operating ambient temperature range is -65 °C to 150 °C.

 

This transistor is designed for through-hole mounting and is a complement to NPN transistors BC546 and BC547.

BC557C Quick Information

Product Type: PNP Transistor
Canonical Name: BC557C PNP General Purpose Transistor
Subcategory: PNP

BC557C Compliance

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

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BC557C Features

  • PNP general purpose transistor.
  • Low current: 100 mA maximum.
  • Low voltage: 45 V collector-emitter.
  • High DC current gain (hFE) up to 800.
  • TO-92; SOT54 package.

BC557C Applications

  • Used in switching circuits
  • Suitable for amplification applications
  • Ideal for high-voltage electronic designs
  • Mounts via through-hole in circuit boards

BC557C FAQs

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What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BC557C?

The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) for the BC557C is 45 V.

What is the maximum DC collector current for the BC557C?

The maximum DC collector current (IC) for the BC557C is 100 mA.

What is the typical DC current gain (hFE) of the BC557C?

The DC current gain (hFE) for the BC557C ranges from 420 to 800 at IC = -2 mA and VCE = -5 V.

What package type is the BC557C available in?

The BC557C is available in a TO-92; SOT54 plastic package.

What is the operating temperature range for the BC557C?

The operating ambient temperature range for the BC557C is -65 °C to 150 °C.

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