Transistors - Bipolar (BJT) - Single

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2SA1709S-AN

2SA1709S-AN

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PNP SILICON TRANSISTOR

65000

2SD1913R

2SD1913R

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NPN SILICON TRANSISTOR

64702

2SD1835S-AA

2SD1835S-AA

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NPN SILICON TRANSISTOR

147234

2N3906RLRMG

2N3906RLRMG

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SMALL SIGNAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR

108000

2SA1575E-TD-E

2SA1575E-TD-E

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PNP DARLINGTON TRANSISTOR

15096

MPSW01G

MPSW01G

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NPN HIGH CURRENT TRANSISTOR

62923

2SC2812N6-CPA-TB-E

2SC2812N6-CPA-TB-E

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NPN SILICON TRANSISTOR

12139790

2SD1805G-TL-E-SY

2SD1805G-TL-E-SY

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NPN EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON

734

2SB1135R

2SB1135R

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PNP SILICON TRANSISTOR

32253

2SD1207S-AE

2SD1207S-AE

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BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR

113051

2SD2223-E-SY

2SD2223-E-SY

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NPN EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON

4100

2SD1685G

2SD1685G

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20 V, 5 A, LOW VCE(SAT), NPN SIN

7400

CPH3209-TL-E

CPH3209-TL-E

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NPN EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON TRA

219000

2SA1207T-AA

2SA1207T-AA

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SMALL SIGNAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR

12000

2SC4211-6-TL-E

2SC4211-6-TL-E

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NPN SILICON TRANSISTOR

584931

2SC6084

2SC6084

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NPN TRIPLE DIFFUSED PLANAR SIL

304

2SD1851-TB-E-SY

2SD1851-TB-E-SY

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PNP EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON

219025

2SB1274R-SA

2SB1274R-SA

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PNP EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON

8300

2SC2839E-SPA-AC-SY

2SC2839E-SPA-AC-SY

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NPN EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON

0

CPH3122-TL-E

CPH3122-TL-E

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PNP EPITAXIAL PLANAR SILICON TRA

48000

Transistors - Bipolar (BJT) - Single

1. Overview

Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) are three-terminal semiconductor devices that use both electron and hole charge carriers. They form the foundation of analog electronics through their ability to amplify signals and control current flow. BJTs remain critical in modern electronics for applications ranging from audio amplifiers to power management circuits, offering superior linearity and robustness in switching operations.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
NPN TransistorMajority carriers: electrons. Requires positive base current for conduction.Low-noise amplifiers, digital logic circuits
PNP TransistorMajority carriers: holes. Conducts with negative base current.Power supply circuits, motor controllers
High-Frequency BJTOptimized for RF/microwave signal amplification (fT > 100 MHz)Wireless communication systems, radar
Power BJTHigh current/voltage ratings (IC > 1A, VCE > 50V)Switch-mode power supplies, motor drives

3. Structure & Composition

BJTs consist of three doped semiconductor regions forming two p-n junctions:

  • Emitter: Heavily doped region emitting charge carriers
  • Base: Thin, lightly doped middle region controlling carrier flow
  • Collector: Moderately doped region collecting carriers

Manufactured using silicon (common) or germanium (historic) with planar processing technology. The structure forms either NPN (n-type emitter/base/collector) or PNP configuration, with metal contacts for external connections.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Current Gain (hFE)Ratio of collector to base current (10-1000)Determines amplification capability
Transition Frequency (fT)Frequency at which current gain drops to 1Limits high-frequency performance
Max Collector Current (ICmax)Maximum allowable continuous collector currentDefines power handling capability
Breakdown Voltage (VCEO)Max voltage between collector and emitterPrevents device failure under stress
Saturation Voltage (VCEsat)Voltage drop in fully conducting stateAffects power efficiency in switching

5. Application Areas

  • Consumer Electronics: Audio amplifiers, LED drivers
  • Automotive: Engine control units, electric vehicle inverters
  • Industrial: PLCs, motor controllers
  • Telecommunications: RF power amplifiers, fiber optic transceivers
  • Aerospace: Avionics systems, satellite transponders

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey SpecificationsTypical Use
ON Semiconductor2N3904hFE: 100-300, fT: 300 MHzGeneral-purpose switching
InfineonBC547VCEO: 50V, ICmax: 100mAAnalog signal amplification
STMicroelectronics2SD2656ICmax: 15A, VCEO: 80VPower inverter applications
Diodes Inc.BFR93AfT: 10 GHz, Noise Figure: 2dBHigh-frequency front-end amplifiers

7. Selection Guidelines

  • Determine operating frequency: Select fT > 3 target frequency
  • Power requirements: Ensure Icmax and VCEO exceed circuit requirements by 20%
  • Thermal considerations: Calculate power dissipation (P=VCE IC)
  • Package type: TO-92 for low power, TO-220 for high-power applications
  • Environmental factors: Consider temperature ratings for industrial/military use

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

  • High-frequency BJTs operating beyond 100 GHz for 6G communication
  • Integrated BJT-MOSFET hybrid devices (BiCMOS) for mixed-signal applications
  • Wide-bandgap materials (SiC/GaN) for higher power density
  • Miniaturization through chip-scale packaging
  • Improved thermal management solutions for automotive applications
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