BCP6925TC Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BCP6925TC is a PNP bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated, designed for surface mount applications in the SOT-223-3 package. This device operates at a maximum collector current of 1 A with a 20 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage and 2 W power dissipation capability. The BCP6925TC is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute components for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts must maintain electrical compatibility across critical parameters including collector current rating, voltage specifications, and thermal operating range while accommodating modern packaging and supply chain availability.

Key Parameters

Parameter	BCP6925TC Value	Unit
Transistor Type	PNP	—
Current - Collector (Ic) Max	1	A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	20	V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	—
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	100nA	ICBO
DC Current Gain (hFE) Min @ Ic, Vce	160 @ 500mA, 1V	—
Power - Max	2	W
Frequency - Transition	100	MHz
Operating Temperature	-55 to 150	°C (TJ)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Package / Case	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	—
Supplier Device Package	SOT-223-3	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the BCP6925TC are grouped based on electrical parameter compatibility and product status. The primary substitution criteria are:

Critical Parameters for Substitution:

Transistor Type: PNP (must match)
Current - Collector (Ic) Max: 1 A or greater (equal or higher rating acceptable)
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown: 20 V (must match or exceed)
Vce Saturation: 500mV @ 100mA, 1A (must match or be lower)
Package / Case: TO-261-4, TO-261AA (physical compatibility required)
Supplier Device Package: SOT-223 or SOT-223-3 (footprint compatibility)
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (regulatory requirement)
Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (handling requirement)

Grouping Categories:

Group 1: Direct 1 A Equivalents (Active Status) Parts maintaining 1 A collector current rating with active product status: BCP69,115; BCP69,135; BCP69-16,115; BCP69T1G; CBCP69 TR PBFREE; NSVBCP69T1G

Group 2: Enhanced Current Rating (2 A Capability) Parts with increased collector current rating of 2 A, suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity: BCP69-25,115; BCP69-25,135

All substitute parts maintain the 20 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, SOT-223 package compatibility, and RoHS3 compliance required for direct substitution.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	BCP6925TC	BCP69,115	BCP69,135	BCP69-16,115	BCP69-25,115	BCP69-25,135	BCP69T1G	CBCP69 TR PBFREE	NSVBCP69T1G
Manufacturer	Diodes Inc.	Nexperia USA Inc.	Nexperia USA Inc.	Nexperia USA Inc.	Nexperia USA Inc.	Nexperia USA Inc.	onsemi	Central Semiconductor	onsemi
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Transistor Type	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP	PNP
Current - Collector (Ic) Max	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	2 A	2 A	1 A	1 A	1 A
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V	20 V
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	600mV @ 200mA, 2A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A	500mV @ 100mA, 1A
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	100nA	100nA	100nA	100nA	100nA	100nA	10µA	10µA	10µA
DC Current Gain (hFE) Min @ Ic, Vce	160 @ 500mA, 1V	85 @ 500mA, 1V	85 @ 500mA, 1V	100 @ 500mA, 1V	160 @ 500mA, 1V	100 @ 500mA, 1V	85 @ 500mA, 1V	85 @ 500mA, 1V	85 @ 500mA, 1V
Power - Max	2 W	1.4 W	1.4 W	1.4 W	650 mW	650 mW	1.5 W	2 W	1.5 W
Frequency - Transition	100 MHz	140 MHz	140 MHz	140 MHz	140 MHz	140 MHz	60 MHz	65 MHz	60 MHz
Operating Temperature	-55 to 150°C	-40 to 150°C	-40 to 150°C	-40 to 150°C	-40 to 150°C	-40 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C
Package / Case	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA
Supplier Device Package	SOT-223-3	SOT-223	SOT-223	SOT-223	SOT-223	SOT-223	SOT-223 (TO-261)	SOT-223	SOT-223 (TO-261)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct 1 A Replacement (Active Equivalents):

BCP69,115, BCP69,135, and BCP69-16,115 from Nexperia USA Inc. are active product status equivalents with AEC-Q100 automotive qualification. These parts maintain the 1 A collector current rating, 20 V breakdown voltage, and SOT-223 package compatibility. The Nexperia variants feature 140 MHz transition frequency compared to the original 100 MHz specification. Operating temperature range is -40 to 150°C (compared to -55 to 150°C for the original part).

BCP69T1G and NSVBCP69T1G from onsemi are active equivalents with extended operating temperature range of -65 to 150°C, matching the lower temperature limit of the original BCP6925TC. Both maintain 1 A collector current and 20 V breakdown voltage with 60 MHz transition frequency.

CBCP69 TR PBFREE from Central Semiconductor Corp is an active equivalent maintaining 1 A collector current, 2 W power dissipation, and 65 MHz transition frequency with -65 to 150°C operating range.

For Enhanced Current Applications (2 A Rating):

BCP69-25,115 and BCP69-25,135 from Nexperia USA Inc. provide 2 A collector current capability while maintaining 20 V breakdown voltage. These parts are suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity than the original 1 A specification. Both carry AEC-Q100 automotive qualification and active product status.

Compliance and Certification:

All substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating. Nexperia variants include AEC-Q100 automotive qualification. Selection should be based on application requirements for operating temperature range, transition frequency, and current capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BCP69-25,115 or BCP69-25,135 be used as direct replacements for BCP6925TC?

A: BCP69-25,115 and BCP69-25,135 are electrically compatible substitutes with the same 20 V breakdown voltage and SOT-223 package. However, these parts are rated for 2 A collector current compared to the original 1 A rating. They are suitable for applications where the original 1 A specification is not a limiting factor. Power dissipation is reduced to 650 mW compared to the original 2 W specification.

Q: What is the difference between BCP69,115 and BCP69,135?

A: Both BCP69,115 and BCP69,135 are manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. with identical electrical specifications: 1 A collector current, 20 V breakdown voltage, 140 MHz transition frequency, and 1.4 W power dissipation. The primary difference is packaging: BCP69,115 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel format, while BCP69,135 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format. Selection depends on procurement and assembly requirements.

Q: Are onsemi BCP69T1G and NSVBCP69T1G interchangeable?

A: BCP69T1G and NSVBCP69T1G are electrically identical PNP transistors from onsemi with 1 A collector current, 20 V breakdown voltage, and 60 MHz transition frequency. Both maintain -65 to 150°C operating temperature range and 1.5 W power dissipation. The primary difference is packaging: BCP69T1G is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel format, while NSVBCP69T1G is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format.

Q: Why do some substitute parts have lower transition frequency than the original BCP6925TC?

A: The original BCP6925TC specifies 100 MHz transition frequency. Substitute parts from onsemi (BCP69T1G, NSVBCP69T1G) feature 60 MHz, while Central Semiconductor CBCP69 TR PBFREE features 65 MHz. Nexperia variants feature 140 MHz. Transition frequency is provided as a specified parameter and does not affect substitution compatibility when the application does not require the original frequency specification. Applications operating below the substitute part's transition frequency specification remain compatible.

Q: What is the significance of the operating temperature range difference?

A: The original BCP6925TC operates from -55 to 150°C. Nexperia variants (BCP69,115; BCP69,135; BCP69-16,115; BCP69-25,115; BCP69-25,135) operate from -40 to 150°C, with a higher minimum temperature limit. onsemi and Central Semiconductor variants (BCP69T1G, NSVBCP69T1G, CBCP69 TR PBFREE) maintain -65 to 150°C range, matching the original specification. Selection should be based on application temperature requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: All substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, matching the original BCP6925TC specifications. This ensures regulatory compliance for new designs and production applications.

Q: What is the difference between BCP69-16,115 and other 1 A Nexperia variants?

A: BCP69-16,115 is distinguished by a minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 100 @ 500mA, 1V, compared to 85 @ 500mA, 1V for BCP69,115 and BCP69,135. This higher gain specification may be beneficial for applications requiring improved current amplification. All three maintain identical 1 A collector current, 20 V breakdown voltage, and 140 MHz transition frequency.

Q: Can CBCP69 TR PBFREE be used in automotive applications?

A: CBCP69 TR PBFREE from Central Semiconductor Corp is an active equivalent with 1 A collector current and 20 V breakdown voltage. However, it does not carry AEC-Q100 automotive qualification. Nexperia variants (BCP69,115; BCP69,135; BCP69-16,115; BCP69-25,115; BCP69-25,135) include AEC-Q100 qualification for automotive applications.

Request Quote (Ships tomorrow)

Part Number

Quantity

Company

Contact Name

E-mail

Message