Pre-biased NPN for space-constrained switching
The Infineon BCR 129T E6327 is an NPN pre-biased transistor in a SC-75 (SOT-416) surface-mount package. It integrates a 10 kOhm base resistor (R1), eliminating the need for an external base resistor in switching applications. Rated for 50 V collector-emitter breakdown and 100 mA continuous collector current, it suits low-power load switching, relay drivers, and logic-level interface circuits where board space is at a premium.
Switching performance and drive margin
With a transition frequency of 150 MHz and a minimum DC current gain of 120 at 5 mA collector current, the BCR 129T E6327 provides clean switching up to moderate frequencies. The 300 mV saturation voltage at 500 µA base drive and 10 mA collector current keeps conduction losses low in saturated switching. The integrated 10 kOhm base resistor sets the drive current for typical logic-level inputs, simplifying the BOM and reducing component count.
Package and thermal considerations
Housed in the SC-75 (SOT-416) package, the BCR 129T E6327 occupies minimal board area. Maximum power dissipation is 250 mW, so thermal derating is necessary when operating near the collector current limit at elevated ambient temperatures.
