Transistors - Bipolar (BJT)

Transistors - Bipolar (BJT) - Single

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	2SB14140RA Panasonic	TRANS PNP 150V 1A MT-3	0
	2SC4212H Panasonic	TRANS NPN 300V 0.2A TO-126	0
	2SD21780RA Panasonic	TRANS NPN 50V 2A MT-3	0
	2SD11190RL Panasonic	TRANS NPN 25V 3A MINI-PWR	0
	2SD132800L Panasonic	TRANS NPN 20V 0.5A MINI 3P	0
	2SB07670QL Panasonic	TRANS PNP 80V 0.5A MINI PWR	0
	2SC248000L Panasonic	TRANS NPN 20V 0.05A MINI 3P	0
	2SC1573AQ Panasonic	TRANS NPN 300V 0.07A TO-92L	0
	2SA207700L Panasonic	TRANS PNP 45V 0.1A MINI-3P	0
	2SC5654G0L Panasonic	TRANS NPN 20V 1A SMINI-3	0
	2SD20000P Panasonic	TRANS NPN 60V 4A TO-220F	0
	2SB0766GRL Panasonic	TRANS PNP 50V 1A MINI-PWR	0
	2SD1938FTL Panasonic	TRANS NPN 20V 0.3A MINI	0
	2SB0709A0L Panasonic	TRANS PNP 45V 0.1A MINI 3P	0
	2SC4691J0L Panasonic	TRANS NPN 40V 0.1A SSMINI-3	0
	2SA1309ASA Panasonic	TRANS PNP 50V 0.1A NS-B1	0
	DSC5A01T0L Panasonic	TRANS NPN 40V 0.05A SMINI3	0
	2SC3938GRL Panasonic	TRANS NPN 40V 0.1A SMINI-3	0
	2SD12630P Panasonic	TRANS NPN 250V 0.75A TO-220F	0
	2SC39380RL Panasonic	TRANS NPN 40V 0.1A SMINI-3P	0

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

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
NPN Transistor	Majority carriers: electrons. Requires positive base current for conduction.	Low-noise amplifiers, digital logic circuits
PNP Transistor	Majority carriers: holes. Conducts with negative base current.	Power supply circuits, motor controllers
High-Frequency BJT	Optimized for RF/microwave signal amplification (f_T > 100 MHz)	Wireless communication systems, radar
Power BJT	High current/voltage ratings (I_C > 1A, V_CE > 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

Parameter	Description	Importance
Current Gain (h_FE)	Ratio of collector to base current (10-1000)	Determines amplification capability
Transition Frequency (f_T)	Frequency at which current gain drops to 1	Limits high-frequency performance
Max Collector Current (I_Cmax)	Maximum allowable continuous collector current	Defines power handling capability
Breakdown Voltage (V_CEO)	Max voltage between collector and emitter	Prevents device failure under stress
Saturation Voltage (V_CEsat)	Voltage drop in fully conducting state	Affects 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

Manufacturer	Product Series	Key Specifications	Typical Use
ON Semiconductor	2N3904	hFE: 100-300, fT: 300 MHz	General-purpose switching
Infineon	BC547	VCEO: 50V, ICmax: 100mA	Analog signal amplification
STMicroelectronics	2SD2656	ICmax: 15A, VCEO: 80V	Power inverter applications
Diodes Inc.	BFR93A	fT: 10 GHz, Noise Figure: 2dB	High-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=V_CE I_C)
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