2SC48050QL Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 2SC48050QL is an RF Transistor NPN manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components, rated for 10V collector-emitter breakdown voltage with a maximum collector current of 65mA and 150mW power dissipation. This device operates at 8.5GHz transition frequency and is housed in a Surface Mount SC-70 (SOT-323) package designated as SMini3-G1. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing design support and production continuity.

Substiute Parts

2SC48050QL

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 8462SC48050QL Datasheet

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2SC5226A-5-TL-E

onsemiIn Stock: 41452SC5226A-5-TL-E Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E from onsemi qualifies as a functional substitute for the 2SC48050QL based on the following critical parameters:

Matching Parameters:

• Transistor Type: Both are NPN configuration
• Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max): Both rated at 10V
• Power - Max: Both rated at 150mW
• Operating Temperature (TJ): Both rated at 150°C
• Mounting Type: Both are Surface Mount
• Package / Case: Both use SC-70, SOT-323 package
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): Both rated at 1 (Unlimited)

Comparable Parameters:

• Current - Collector (Ic) (Max): 2SC5226A-5-TL-E rated at 70mA versus 2SC48050QL at 65mA (substitute exceeds requirement)
• Frequency - Transition: 2SC5226A-5-TL-E rated at 7GHz versus 2SC48050QL at 8.5GHz (substitute operates within RF band)

The substitute part maintains electrical and mechanical compatibility within the specified parameter envelope for this RF transistor category.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E is suitable as a substitute for the obsolete 2SC48050QL based on the following factors:

Product Status: The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E maintains Active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturing support, whereas the 2SC48050QL is classified as Obsolete.

Compliance & Certifications: The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E is RoHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected, providing regulatory alignment for current manufacturing standards. Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8541.21.0075) classifications.

Electrical Compatibility: The substitute part meets or exceeds all critical electrical parameters within the RF transistor specification envelope. The maximum collector current rating of 70mA exceeds the 65mA requirement, and the 7GHz transition frequency operates within the RF band appropriate for the application category.

Mechanical Compatibility: Both parts utilize identical Surface Mount packaging (SC-70, SOT-323), enabling direct PCB layout compatibility without redesign.

Inventory Availability: The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E is available in higher inventory quantities (4069 Pcs) compared to the obsolete part (768 Pcs), supporting production continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2SC5226A-5-TL-E directly replace the 2SC48050QL in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical voltage ratings (10V), power dissipation (150mW), operating temperature (150°C), and Surface Mount SC-70 (SOT-323) packaging. The substitute part's maximum collector current (70mA) and transition frequency (7GHz) meet or exceed the original part's specifications (65mA, 8.5GHz).

Q: What are the key differences between these two parts?

A: The primary differences are product status and manufacturer. The 2SC48050QL (Panasonic) is obsolete, while the 2SC5226A-5-TL-E (onsemi) is active. The substitute has a slightly lower transition frequency (7GHz versus 8.5GHz) but higher maximum collector current (70mA versus 65mA). The 2SC5226A-5-TL-E includes RoHS3 compliance certification.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: No. Both parts use identical Surface Mount packaging: SC-70, SOT-323. The supplier device packages differ (SMini3-G1 versus 3-MCP), but the physical footprint and pin configuration are compatible for PCB assembly.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for both parts?

A: Both parts are rated MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions during storage or handling.

Q: Why is the 2SC5226A-5-TL-E recommended over the obsolete 2SC48050QL?

A: The substitute part is actively manufactured and supported, ensuring long-term availability. It carries current regulatory certifications (RoHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected) and meets all electrical and mechanical requirements for direct substitution.