BC807-16LR Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BC807-16LR is an active PNP bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc., designed for surface mount applications in TO-236AB packaging. This component operates at 45 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage with a maximum collector current of 500 mA and 250 mW power dissipation. The device is qualified to AEC-Q101 automotive standards and carries ROHS3 compliance. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support design flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity for applications requiring PNP transistor functionality within the specified electrical and mechanical parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Transistor Type	PNP	—
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	45	V
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	500	mA
Power - Max	250	mW
Frequency - Transition	80	MHz
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	100 @ 100mA, 1V	—
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	700mV @ 50mA, 500mA	—
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	100	nA
Operating Temperature (TJ)	150	°C
Package / Case	TO-236-3, SC-59, SOT-23-3	—
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Grade	Automotive	—
Qualification	AEC-Q101	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the BC807-16LR are classified into two categories based on electrical and mechanical parameter alignment:

Parametric Equivalents share identical electrical specifications with the BC807-16LR across all critical parameters: 45 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 500 mA maximum collector current, 250 mW power dissipation, 80 MHz transition frequency, 100 mV minimum DC current gain at specified conditions, and TO-236AB surface mount packaging. These parts differ only in manufacturing code suffixes or packaging format designations that do not affect functional performance. Parametric equivalents include BC807,215; BC807-16,215; BC807-16,235; BC807-16LVL; BC807-16LZ; BC807K-16R; BC807K-16VL; BCX17,215; and BCX17,235.

Similar Parts maintain the same transistor type, voltage rating, current rating, and package form factor but exhibit variations in one or more secondary parameters. The BC807-16LT1G (onsemi) operates at 100 MHz transition frequency and 300 mW maximum power dissipation, exceeding the BC807-16LR specifications in these areas while maintaining full compatibility with the primary electrical and mechanical requirements.

Substitution eligibility is determined by matching the following key parameters: PNP transistor type, 45 V minimum collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 500 mA minimum collector current rating, TO-236-3/SOT-23-3 surface mount package, and automotive-grade qualification (AEC-Q100 or AEC-Q101).

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Ic (Max) mA	Vce Breakdown (Max) V	Power (Max) mW	Frequency (Transition) MHz	Vce Saturation (Max) mV	hFE (Min) @ 100mA, 1V	Package	Qualification	Inventory (Pcs)
BC807-16LR	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	3898
BC807,215	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	2810
BC807-16,215	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	28968
BC807-16,235	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	11052
BC807-16LVL	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	10744
BC807-16LZ	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	31103
BC807K-16R	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q100	6614
BC807K-16VL	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	700	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q100	1124
BCX17,215	Nexperia USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	620	100	TO-236AB	AEC-Q101	3300
BCX17,235	NXP USA Inc.	500	45	250	80	620	100	SOT-23	AEC-Q101	134745
BC807-16LT1G	onsemi	500	45	300	100	700	100	SOT-23-3 (TO-236)	Not Specified	146930

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Parametric Equivalents (Nexperia BC807 Series): Parts BC807,215; BC807-16,215; BC807-16,235; BC807-16LVL; and BC807-16LZ are direct parametric equivalents to the BC807-16LR. All maintain identical electrical performance specifications and AEC-Q101 automotive qualification. Selection among these parts is based on packaging format availability and inventory levels. BC807-16,215 and BC807-16LZ offer the highest inventory availability at 28,968 and 31,103 units respectively, supporting high-volume production requirements.

AEC-Q100 Qualified Alternatives (BC807K Series): Parts BC807K-16R and BC807K-16VL are qualified to AEC-Q100 rather than AEC-Q101. Both maintain identical electrical specifications to the BC807-16LR. These parts are suitable for applications where AEC-Q100 qualification meets design requirements. BC807K-16R provides higher inventory availability at 6,614 units.

BCX17 Series Variants: Parts BCX17,215 and BCX17,235 are parametric equivalents with identical electrical ratings except for Vce saturation, which is reduced to 620 mV compared to the BC807-16LR specification of 700 mV. This lower saturation voltage represents improved performance in switching applications. BCX17,235 is available in bulk packaging with significantly higher inventory (134,745 units), supporting high-volume applications. Both parts carry AEC-Q101 qualification.

Similar Part (onsemi BC807-16LT1G): This part exceeds BC807-16LR specifications in transition frequency (100 MHz versus 80 MHz) and power dissipation (300 mW versus 250 mW). The part is compatible with TO-236-3/SOT-23-3 surface mount applications and offers the highest inventory availability at 146,930 units. Automotive qualification status is not specified in the provided data.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BC807-16LZ be used as a direct replacement for BC807-16LR?

A: Yes. BC807-16LZ is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications across all critical parameters: 45 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 500 mA maximum collector current, 250 mW power dissipation, 80 MHz transition frequency, and TO-236AB surface mount packaging. Both parts carry AEC-Q101 automotive qualification.

Q: What is the difference between BC807K-16R and BC807-16LR?

A: Both parts share identical electrical specifications. The primary difference is automotive qualification: BC807K-16R is qualified to AEC-Q100, while BC807-16LR is qualified to AEC-Q101. Selection depends on design requirements for automotive qualification level.

Q: Is BCX17,235 compatible with BC807-16LR in terms of electrical performance?

A: BCX17,235 is electrically compatible with one exception: Vce saturation is specified at 620 mV compared to 700 mV for BC807-16LR. This lower saturation voltage represents improved switching performance. All other electrical parameters are identical. Both parts are AEC-Q101 qualified.

Q: Can the onsemi BC807-16LT1G replace BC807-16LR?

A: BC807-16LT1G is compatible for applications where the enhanced specifications are acceptable. It provides higher transition frequency (100 MHz versus 80 MHz) and greater power dissipation capability (300 mW versus 250 mW). The part uses SOT-23-3 (TO-236) surface mount packaging, which is mechanically compatible. Automotive qualification status is not specified in the provided data.

Q: What packaging formats are available for BC807-16LR equivalents?

A: All parametric equivalents use TO-236AB surface mount packaging, which is equivalent to TO-236-3, SC-59, and SOT-23-3 designations. BCX17,235 is available in bulk packaging format. All parts are compatible with standard surface mount assembly processes.

Q: Which substitute part offers the best inventory availability?

A: BCX17,235 provides the highest inventory availability at 134,745 units. BC807-16LZ offers the second-highest availability at 31,103 units among Nexperia parts. BC807-16LT1G (onsemi) provides 146,930 units if onsemi sourcing is acceptable.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: All Nexperia parametric equivalents (BC807,215; BC807-16,215; BC807-16,235; BC807-16LVL; BC807-16LZ; BC807K-16R; BC807K-16VL; BCX17,215; and BCX17,235) are ROHS3 compliant. The onsemi BC807-16LT1G is also ROHS3 compliant.

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

A: All Nexperia parts listed carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage and handling. The onsemi BC807-16LT1G also carries MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating.

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