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ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 NPN Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
This document provides technical specifications for the BC337 and BC338 series of NPN silicon amplifier transistors. It details maximum ratings, electrical characteristics such as current gain and breakdown voltages, and small-signal parameters including output capacitance and bandwidth product.
The datasheet also includes thermal characteristics, safe operating area graphs, and ordering information for various package types, primarily the TO-92 style. It specifies shipping quantities and availability of Pb-Free packages.
ON Semiconductor BC338 specifications
| Collector - Emitter Voltage (BC337) | 45 V |
|---|---|
| Collector - Emitter Voltage (BC338) | 25 V |
| Collector Current — Continuous | 800 mA |
| Total Device Dissipation (Ta = 25°C) | 625 mW |
| Operating and Storage Junction Temperature Range | -55 to +150 °C |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Ambient | 200 °C/W |
| DC Current Gain (BC337, Ig = 100 mA) | 100 to 630 |
| DC Current Gain (BC337-16, Ig = 100 mA) | 400 to 250 |
| DC Current Gain (BC337-25/BC338-25, Ig = 100 mA) | 1 to 4 |
| Current-Gain — Bandwidth Product | 210 MHz |
Source: ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 NPN Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BC337?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage for the BC337 is 45 V.
From: ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 NPN Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
What is the continuous collector current rating?
The continuous collector current rating is 800 mA.
From: ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 NPN Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
What is the maximum collector-emitter voltage for BC337?
The maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCEO) for the BC337 is 45 V.
From: ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
What is the continuous collector current rating?
The continuous collector current (Io) is rated at 800 mA.
From: ON Semiconductor BC337/BC338 Amplifier Transistors Datasheet
