PNP pre-biased transistor with integrated 47 kΩ resistors
The Infineon BCR198E6393HTSA1 is a PNP pre-biased transistor in a PG-SOT23 surface-mount package, integrating two 47 kΩ resistors — one in series with the base (R1) and one between base and emitter (R2). This eliminates the need for external bias components in switching and driver stages, saving board area and reducing BOM count. It is rated for a collector-emitter breakdown voltage of 50 V and a maximum collector current of 100 mA, with a transition frequency of 190 MHz. The device carries AEC-Q101 qualification, making it suitable for automotive and other high-reliability environments where temperature cycling and vibration are factors.
Last Buy — plan your final order window
The BCR198E6393HTSA1 carries a Last Buy lifecycle status. This means Infineon has scheduled end-of-production, and the remaining stock in the distribution channel is the final available inventory. If this part is qualified into an active design, secure your lifetime buy quantities now to avoid a forced requalification later.
The 47 kΩ base resistor (R1) sets the base drive for a given input voltage, so the transistor saturates predictably without an external resistor. The 47 kΩ emitter-base resistor (R2) provides a defined off-state, pulling the base to emitter potential when the drive is removed, which improves noise immunity. With a minimum DC current gain of 70 at 5 mA collector current and 5 V VCE, the device can switch loads up to 100 mA with a modest base drive. The 300 mV saturation voltage at 500 µA base current and 10 mA collector current keeps conduction losses low in logic-level switching applications.
