BCR 116F E6327 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BCR 116F E6327 is a pre-biased NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) manufactured by Infineon Technologies in the PG-TSFP-3 (SOT-723) package. This component is designed for surface mount applications requiring integrated base bias resistors, operating at 50 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage with a maximum collector current of 100 mA and 150 MHz transition frequency. The part is currently discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives from active manufacturers to maintain design continuity and ensure supply chain availability.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Transistor Type	NPN - Pre-Biased	—
Collector Current (Ic) Maximum	100	mA
Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage (Vceo)	50	V
Base Resistor (R1)	4.7	kOhms
Emitter-Base Resistor (R2)	47	kOhms
DC Current Gain (hFE) Minimum	70	@ 5mA, 5V
Vce Saturation Maximum	300	mV @ 500µA, 10mA
Collector Cutoff Current (Icbo)	100	nA
Transition Frequency (fT)	150	MHz
Power Dissipation Maximum	250	mW
Package Type	SOT-723 (PG-TSFP-3)	—
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the BCR 116F E6327 is determined by strict equivalence of the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Transistor type: NPN pre-biased configuration
Collector-emitter breakdown voltage: 50 V
Maximum collector current: 100 mA
Base resistor (R1): 4.7 kOhms
Emitter-base resistor (R2): 47 kOhms (where specified)
RoHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating

Package Compatibility: Substitutes are grouped by package type. The original BCR 116F E6327 uses SOT-723 (PG-TSFP-3). Equivalent parts in SOT-723 package provide direct mechanical and electrical compatibility. Parts in alternative packages (SOT-23-3, SC-59, SMT3) require PCB layout verification but maintain electrical equivalence.

Performance Considerations: Transition frequency, power dissipation, and DC current gain specifications vary among substitutes. All listed substitutes meet or exceed the minimum electrical requirements of the original part. Substitutes with higher transition frequency (250 MHz vs. 150 MHz) and improved saturation characteristics provide enhanced performance margins.

Parameter Comparison

Manufacturer Part Number	Manufacturer	Package	Ic (Max) mA	Vceo (Max) V	R1 (kOhms)	R2 (kOhms)	hFE Min @ Ic, Vce	Vce Sat (Max) mV	fT (MHz)	P (Max) mW	Status
BCR 116F E6327	Infineon Technologies	SOT-723	100	50	4.7	47	70 @ 5mA, 5V	300 @ 500µA, 10mA	150	250	Discontinued
DDTC143ZCA-7-F	Diodes Incorporated	SOT-23-3	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 10mA, 5V	300 @ 250µA, 5mA	250	200	Active
DTC143EM3T5G	onsemi	SOT-723	100	50	4.7	4.7	15 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 1mA, 10mA	250	260	Active
DTC143TM3T5G	onsemi	SOT-723	100	50	4.7	—	160 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 1mA, 10mA	—	260	Active
DTC143ZCA-TP	Micro Commercial Co	SOT-23-3	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 10mA, 5V	300 @ 250µA, 5mA	250	200	Active
DTC143ZKAT146	Rohm Semiconductor	SMT3	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 10mA, 5V	300 @ 250µA, 5mA	250	200	Active
DTC143ZM3T5G	onsemi	SOT-723	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 1mA, 10mA	—	260	Active
MMUN2233LT1G	onsemi	SOT-23-3	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 300µA, 10mA	—	246	Active
MUN2233T1G	onsemi	SC-59	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 300µA, 10mA	—	230	Active
NSVMUN2233T1G	onsemi	SC-59	100	50	4.7	47	80 @ 5mA, 10V	250 @ 1mA, 10mA	—	230	Active
PDTC143ZT,215	Nexperia USA Inc.	TO-236AB	100	50	4.7	47	100 @ 10mA, 5V	100 @ 250µA, 5mA	230	250	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Package Equivalents (SOT-723): DTC143EM3T5G, DTC143TM3T5G, and DTC143ZM3T5G from onsemi provide identical SOT-723 package compatibility with the BCR 116F E6327. These parts maintain the same footprint and pin configuration, requiring no PCB layout modifications. All three are active products with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating.

Alternative Package Options (SOT-23-3): DDTC143ZCA-7-F (Diodes Incorporated), DTC143ZCA-TP (Micro Commercial Co), and MMUN2233LT1G (onsemi) offer SOT-23-3 package equivalence. These parts require PCB layout verification due to different package dimensions but maintain electrical compatibility. All are active products with full compliance certifications.

Larger Package Alternatives (SC-59, SMT3): MUN2233T1G, NSVMUN2233T1G (onsemi, SC-59 package), and DTC143ZKAT146 (Rohm Semiconductor, SMT3 package) provide electrical equivalence with larger footprints. These options are suitable for applications where package size is not a constraint and offer high inventory availability.

Automotive-Grade Option: PDTC143ZT,215 from Nexperia USA Inc. is qualified to AEC-Q100 automotive standard and provides enhanced saturation characteristics (100 mV maximum vs. 300 mV). This part is suitable for automotive and high-reliability applications requiring automotive qualification.

Selection Criteria:

For direct replacement without PCB modification: Select SOT-723 package variants
For high-volume applications: DTC143ZKAT146 offers 938,400 pieces in stock
For automotive applications: PDTC143ZT,215 with AEC-Q100 qualification
For general industrial use: Any active part with ROHS3 and MSL 1 compliance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a substitute part with a different package type? A: Package substitution requires PCB layout verification. SOT-723 and SOT-23-3 packages have different footprints and pin spacing. SC-59 and SMT3 packages are larger. Verify land pattern compatibility with your PCB design before substitution.

Q: What is the significance of the base resistor (R1) and emitter-base resistor (R2) values? A: These integrated resistors determine the bias network of the pre-biased transistor. The BCR 116F E6327 specifies R1 = 4.7 kOhms and R2 = 47 kOhms. Substitutes must maintain these values for circuit compatibility. DTC143EM3T5G has R2 = 4.7 kOhms instead of 47 kOhms, which alters bias characteristics.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant? A: All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level, matching the original BCR 116F E6327 specifications.

Q: What is the difference between transition frequency specifications? A: The BCR 116F E6327 operates at 150 MHz transition frequency. Most substitutes offer 250 MHz, providing higher frequency capability. This represents improved performance and does not affect compatibility in applications designed for 150 MHz operation.

Q: Which substitute offers the best saturation performance? A: PDTC143ZT,215 from Nexperia provides the lowest saturation voltage (100 mV maximum) compared to the original part (300 mV maximum), offering superior switching performance. This part also carries AEC-Q100 automotive qualification.

Q: Is inventory availability a consideration for selection? A: Yes. DTC143ZKAT146 (Rohm Semiconductor) has 938,400 pieces in stock, providing maximum supply security. MMUN2233LT1G (onsemi) has 460,600 pieces. DTC143ZM3T5G has only 1,450 pieces, limiting availability for high-volume applications.

Q: Can I substitute the BCR 116F E6327 with a non-pre-biased transistor? A: No. The BCR 116F E6327 is a pre-biased transistor with integrated base and emitter-base resistors. Non-pre-biased transistors require external bias resistor networks and are not direct substitutes.

Q: What does "Discontinued at DiGi Electronics" mean for my design? A: The part is no longer available from this distributor. Existing inventory may be available from other sources, but long-term supply is not guaranteed. Substitution to an active product ensures design continuity and future availability.

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