Equivalent & Substitute Parts for BC856AW-TP

Part Overview

The BC856AW-TP is a PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Micro Commercial Co, categorized under Transistors, Bipolar (BJT), and provided in a surface mount SOT-323 package. It is rated for 65 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 100 mA collector current, 150 mW power dissipation, and 100 MHz transition frequency. The transistor is in active production with available on-hand inventory. Identifying equivalent or substitute parts is necessary for maintaining supply chain continuity and enabling second-sourcing strategies, especially in cases of allocation, inventory imbalances, or supply chain risk mitigation for the specified product class and package.

Substiute Parts

BC856AW-TP

Micro Commercial CoIn Stock: 965BC856AW-TP Datasheet

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BC856W,115

Nexperia USA Inc.In Stock: 20471BC856W,115 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution is determined by matching all critical electrical and mechanical parameters for the BC856AW-TP in the Transistors, Bipolar (BJT) category. Key parameters considered for equivalence include:

• Transistor type (PNP)
• Maximum collector-emitter breakdown voltage (65 V)
• Maximum collector current (100 mA)
• Maximum Vce saturation voltage at specified Ib and Ic
• Maximum collector cutoff current (ICBO)
• Minimum DC current gain (hFE) at specified currents/voltages
• Maximum total power dissipation
• Transition frequency
• Operating junction temperature range
• Mounting style (Surface Mount)
• Package/case and supplier device package (SC-70, SOT-323)
• Product status

Only substitute parts matching these defined parameters are included.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the BC856AW-TP and BC856W,115 are in active production status and available in the SC-70, SOT-323 package. The BC856W,115 has additional compliance status: AEC-Q101 automotive qualification, ROHS3 compliance, and REACH unaffected status. All provided electrical and mechanical parameters are equivalent or within category limits for direct substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What key electrical parameters must match when selecting a substitute for BC856AW-TP?
A1: The substitute must match transistor type, collector-emitter voltage rating, collector current rating, Vce saturation voltage at specified bias, maximum collector cutoff current, minimum DC current gain, power dissipation, and transition frequency.

Q2: Is package compatibility required for substitution?
A2: Yes, mounting type, package/case (SC-70, SOT-323), and supplier device package must match to ensure form-fit compatibility.

Q3: How important is product status when choosing a substitute?
A3: Only parts with an active status are considered suitable substitutes, ensuring ongoing availability and support.

Q4: Does compliance (such as ROHS3, REACH) affect substitution?
A4: Yes, compliance parameters are relevant for regulatory and industry-standard requirements, especially in automotive or export-controlled applications.

Q5: Are all listed parameters guaranteed to match exactly?
A5: Only parameters explicitly provided in the comparison table are considered; any not listed are excluded from the equivalency determination.