The BSS138N E6908: 3.5 Ohm maximum on-resistance at 230 mA with 10 V gate drive defines conduction loss in low-current switching roles.
Gate threshold and switching parasitics
Maximum gate threshold voltage is 1.4 V at 250 µA drain current, which places it in logic-level territory.
Obsolete — sourcing and replacement reality
The BSS138N E6908 carries an official Obsolete lifecycle status. The generic BSS138 (without the N or E6908 suffix) is a functionally similar part in the same SOT-23 package, but pinout and threshold specifications should be verified against the target application before substitution.
Wide temperature range and package
The SOT-23-3 package (Infineon's PG-SOT23 supplier device package variant) is a three-lead surface-mount footprint compatible with standard reflow profiles. Maximum power dissipation is 360 mW at 25°C ambient — adequate for signal-level switching but not for continuous high-current operation without derating.
