Dual PNP pre-biased transistor in a 6-pin SOT-363
The RN2901,LF(CT is a dual PNP pre-biased transistor array from Toshiba, integrating two PNP transistors each with built-in base (R1) and base-emitter (R2) resistors of 4.7kΩ. This eliminates the need for external bias resistors, saving board space and reducing component count in switching and driver circuits. The device is housed in a surface-mount SOT-363 package (also designated US6) and is rated for a maximum power dissipation of 200mW. Typical applications include relay drivers, lamp drivers, and logic-level interface stages where two independent PNP switching channels are needed.
Key ratings for the BOM decision
Collector-emitter breakdown voltage is 50V, with a maximum continuous collector current of 100mA per transistor. The DC current gain (hFE) is a minimum of 30 at 10mA collector current and 5V Vce — typical for a pre-biased PNP stage. Vce saturation is 300mV maximum at 250µA base current and 5mA collector current, which keeps conduction losses low in saturated switching. Transition frequency is 200MHz, adequate for general-purpose switching up to low-MHz ranges. Collector cutoff current is a maximum 500nA, so leakage is negligible in most designs.
Lifecycle and supply posture
It is ROHS3 compliant.
