BCV48H6327XTSA1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BCV48H6327XTSA1 is a PNP Darlington bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Infineon Technologies, designed for surface mount applications in automotive-grade circuits. This device operates at a maximum collector current of 500 mA with a 60 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage and delivers 1 W maximum power dissipation. The transistor is currently in Last Time Buy status, indicating discontinued production. Identification of equivalent substitute parts is necessary to ensure continued component availability for new designs and production continuity.

Substiute Parts

BCV48H6327XTSA1

Infineon TechnologiesIn Stock: 834BCV48H6327XTSA1 Datasheet

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BCV48,115

Nexperia USA Inc.In Stock: 6996BCV48,115 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the BCV48H6327XTSA1 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Equivalence Criteria:

• Transistor topology: PNP Darlington configuration
• Maximum collector current: 500 mA
• Collector-emitter breakdown voltage: 60 V
• Saturation voltage: 1 V @ 100µA, 100mA
• Collector cutoff current: 100 nA
• DC current gain (hFE): minimum 10000 @ 100mA, 5V
• Maximum power dissipation: 1 W or greater
• Transition frequency: 200 MHz or greater

Mechanical & Environmental Equivalence Criteria:

• Package type: TO-243AA (SOT-89) surface mount
• Operating temperature range: 150°C maximum junction temperature
• Automotive grade qualification: AEC-Q101
• RoHS3 compliance
• Moisture sensitivity level: 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute part BCV48,115 meets all specified electrical and mechanical parameters, with enhanced performance characteristics in power dissipation and transition frequency.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The BCV48,115 manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. is a direct functional equivalent to the BCV48H6327XTSA1. Both devices share identical electrical specifications across all critical parameters including collector current, breakdown voltage, saturation characteristics, and DC current gain. Both are automotive-grade components qualified to AEC-Q101 and comply with ROHS3 and REACH requirements.

The BCV48,115 offers enhanced performance margins with 1.3 W maximum power dissipation compared to 1 W for the original part, and a transition frequency of 220 MHz versus 200 MHz. These improvements provide additional design headroom without introducing compatibility concerns.

The primary distinction is product status: the BCV48H6327XTSA1 is in Last Time Buy status, indicating end-of-life production, while the BCV48,115 maintains Active status with established supply availability. Both devices utilize identical TO-243AA (SOT-89) surface mount packaging, enabling direct board-level substitution without layout modifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the BCV48,115 be used as a direct replacement for the BCV48H6327XTSA1 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The BCV48,115 meets or exceeds all electrical and mechanical specifications of the BCV48H6327XTSA1. Identical package geometry (TO-243AA/SOT-89), pin configuration, and electrical characteristics enable direct substitution without circuit redesign or PCB layout changes.

Q: What is the significance of the Last Time Buy status for the BCV48H6327XTSA1?

A: Last Time Buy status indicates that Infineon Technologies has discontinued production of this part number. Existing inventory may be available from authorized distributors, but long-term supply cannot be guaranteed. Transition to an active equivalent part number is recommended for new designs and future production runs.

Q: Are there any performance differences between these two parts that would affect circuit operation?

A: Both parts are electrically equivalent across all specified parameters. The BCV48,115 provides enhanced performance margins with higher maximum power dissipation (1.3 W vs. 1 W) and higher transition frequency (220 MHz vs. 200 MHz). These differences represent performance improvements that do not introduce compatibility issues.

Q: Do both parts meet automotive qualification requirements?

A: Yes. Both the BCV48H6327XTSA1 and BCV48,115 are automotive-grade components qualified to AEC-Q101 standard. Both comply with ROHS3 and REACH requirements and maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification.

Q: Is the package footprint identical between these two parts?

A: Yes. Both devices use the TO-243AA package designation, also known as SOT-89. Pin configuration, lead spacing, and solder pad layout are identical, enabling direct PCB substitution without layout modifications.

Q: What is the base product number relationship between these parts?

A: Both the BCV48H6327XTSA1 and BCV48,115 share the base product number BCV48, indicating they are variants within the same product family. The suffix designations identify specific manufacturer implementations and packaging configurations.