Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 2SC5916TLQ Bipolar (BJT) Transistor

Part Overview

The 2SC5916TLQ by Rohm Semiconductor is an active, surface-mount NPN bipolar junction transistor classified under Transistors, Bipolar (BJT). Key electrical parameters include: collector-emitter voltage of 30 V, collector current up to 2 A, transition frequency of 250 MHz, maximum power dissipation of 500 mW, and a minimum DC current gain of 120 at specified conditions. The package is SC-96 / TSMT3, suitable for surface-mount assembly. As with many electronic designs, identifying compatible substitute models is essential due to inventory constraints, form-factor preferences, or supply chain flexibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	2SC5916TLQ	PBSS4230T,215
Manufacturer	Rohm Semiconductor	Nexperia USA Inc.
Category	Transistors, Bipolar (BJT)	Transistors, Bipolar (BJT)
Transistor Type	NPN	NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	2 A	2 A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	30 V	30 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	400mV @ 100mA, 1A	320mV @ 200mA, 2A
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	1µA (ICBO)	100nA (ICBO)
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	120 @ 100mA, 2V	300 @ 1A, 2V
Power - Max	500 mW	480 mW
Frequency - Transition	250MHz	230MHz
Operating Temperature	150°C (TJ)	150°C (TJ)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Package / Case	SC-96	TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
Supplier Device Package	TSMT3	TO-236AB
Product Status	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Operating Grade	-	Automotive
Qualification	-	AEC-Q100

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution is based strictly on the matching criteria given:

NPN transistor type
Maximum collector current of 2 A
Maximum collector-emitter voltage of 30 V
Surface-mount assembly
Product status (Active)
Environmental compliance (ROHS3 Compliant)
Maximum power dissipation
Operating temperature range
Transition frequency

Package compatibility and DC current gain are indicated for comparison, as differences in these parameters can influence application-level selection within the same category.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	2SC5916TLQ	PBSS4230T,215
Manufacturer	Rohm Semiconductor	Nexperia USA Inc.
Transistor Type	NPN	NPN
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	2 A	2 A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	30 V	30 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	400mV @ 100mA, 1A	320mV @ 200mA, 2A
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	120 @ 100mA, 2V	300 @ 1A, 2V
Power - Max	500 mW	480 mW
Frequency - Transition	250MHz	230MHz
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Package / Case	SC-96	TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3
Supplier Device Package	TSMT3	TO-236AB
Product Status	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Operating Temperature	150°C (TJ)	150°C (TJ)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the 2SC5916TLQ and PBSS4230T,215 are active and listed as ROHS3 Compliant. The PBSS4230T,215 further provides automotive grade and AEC-Q100 qualification, as explicitly stated. Inventory levels and product status enable direct substitution within the provided category. Use only parameters presented to confirm compliance and selection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What parameters determine whether PBSS4230T,215 can substitute 2SC5916TLQ?
A: Substitution is permitted by matching transistor type, maximum collector current, maximum collector-emitter voltage, mounting type, product status, environmental compliance, and operating temperature.

Q2: Are there package differences between 2SC5916TLQ and PBSS4230T,215?
A: Yes. The 2SC5916TLQ uses the SC-96 / TSMT3 package; the PBSS4230T,215 uses TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3 / TO-236AB. Physical compatibility should be considered as a primary criterion.

Q3: Does current gain affect substitutability for these models?
A: The DC current gain differs: 2SC5916TLQ offers 120 @ 100mA, 2V; PBSS4230T,215 offers 300 @ 1A, 2V. Refer to these explicit values as required.

Q4: Do both parts provide equivalent environmental certifications?
A: Both parts are ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected according to the provided parameters.

Q5: Is automotive qualification relevant for substitution?
A: PBSS4230T,215 lists automotive grade and AEC-Q100 qualification. Reference only these if explicitly required for the application.

Q6: Is operating temperature range the same for both?
A: Both transistors support a maximum junction temperature of 150°C as provided.

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