BC618 BC618 is an NPN Darlington transistor from On Semiconductor with a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 55V and continuous collector current of 1A, housed in a TO-92 package.
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BC618

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BC618 is an NPN Darlington transistor from On Semiconductor with a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 55V and continuous collector current of 1A, housed in a TO-92 package.
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BC618 Specifications Quick View

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Base - Emitter Saturation Voltage
Collector Cutoff Current
Collector-Base Cutoff Current
Collector-Base Voltage
Current
DC Current Gain (Minimum @ IC = 1.0 A, VCE = 5.0 V)
DC Current Gain (Minimum @ IC = 10 mA, VCE = 5.0 V)
DC Current Gain (Minimum @ IC = 100 µA, VCE = 5.0 V)
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce
Emitter Cutoff Current
Emitter-Base Voltage
Frequency
Lead Style
Mounting Type
Operating Temperature
Power
Power Dissipation (Maximum @ TC=25 °C)
Supplier Device Package
Tape & Reel
Tape and Reel
Thermal Resistance - Junction to Case
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Ambient
Transistor Type
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic
Voltage

BC618 Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The BC618 is an NPN Darlington transistor manufactured by On Semiconductor. It integrates two bipolar transistors in a Darlington pair configuration, achieving very high DC current gain (hFE) ranging from 2000 minimum at 100 µA up to 10000-50000 at 200 mA collector current. This makes it suitable for applications requiring high gain from a low base current.

 

Key electrical ratings include a maximum collector-emitter voltage of 55V, collector-base voltage of 80V, and continuous collector current of 1A. The device can dissipate up to 625 mW at ambient temperature (25°C) and 1.5W at case temperature. Operating junction temperature range is -55°C to +150°C.

 

The transistor is offered in a through-hole TO-92 package (also known as TO-226-3 long body). Pb-Free versions (BC618G, BC618RL1G) are available, and standard packaging includes bulk (5000 units) and tape and reel (2000 units). The device is suitable for general-purpose switching and amplification where high current gain is required.

BC618 Quick Information

Product Type: Darlington Transistor
Canonical Name: BC618 NPN Darlington Transistor
Subcategory: Bipolar (BJT) - Single

BC618 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected
Lead Free: Pb-Free packages available

BC618 Estimated Pricing

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BC618 Features

  • NPN Darlington transistor with high DC current gain.
  • Maximum collector-emitter voltage of 55V.
  • Continuous collector current rating of 1A.
  • Through-hole TO-92 package for easy mounting.
  • Pb-Free package options available.

BC618 Applications

  • Used for high-gain switching and amplification.
  • Suitable for driver stages in power circuits.
  • Ideal for relay and solenoid drivers.
  • Common in high-gain audio preamplifiers.

BC618 FAQs

7 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage of the BC618?

The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) is 55V.

What is the continuous collector current rating of the BC618?

The maximum continuous collector current is 1.0A.

What is the DC current gain (hFE) of the BC618?

The DC current gain ranges from 2000 minimum (at 100 µA, 5V) to 10000-50000 (at 200 mA, 5V).

What is the operating temperature range of the BC618?

The operating junction temperature range is -55°C to +150°C.

What package is the BC618 available in?

The BC618 is available in a through-hole TO-92 package (TO-226-3 long body).

Is the BC618 RoHS compliant?

The datasheet indicates Pb-Free package options (BC618G, BC618RL1G), but RoHS compliance status is unverified with conflicting distributor reports.

What is the power dissipation of the BC618?

Maximum power dissipation is 625 mW at ambient temperature 25°C and 1.5W at case temperature 25°C.

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