DCP56-13 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DCP56-13 is an NPN bipolar junction transistor manufactured by Diodes Incorporated, designed for general-purpose switching and amplification applications. It features an 80 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 1 A maximum collector current, and 1 W power dissipation in a surface mount SOT-223-3 package. The DCP56-13 is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent and substitute parts essential for ongoing design support and procurement.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Transistor Type	NPN	—
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	80	V
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	1	A
Power - Max	1	W
Frequency - Transition	200	MHz
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	—
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	40 @ 150mA, 2V	—
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	100	nA
Operating Temperature Range	-55 to 150	°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
Package / Case	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	—
Supplier Device Package	SOT-223-3	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the DCP56-13 is determined by strict electrical and mechanical compatibility across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Criteria:

Transistor Type: NPN (required match)
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max): 80 V (required match)
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max): 1 A (required match)
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic: 500mV @ 50mA, 500mA (required match)
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max): 100nA (ICBO) (required match)
Operating Temperature Range: Must support -55°C to 150°C or broader range

Mechanical Compatibility Criteria:

Mounting Type: Surface Mount (required match)
Package / Case: TO-261-4, TO-261AA (required match)
Supplier Device Package: SOT-223-3 or SOT-223 (compatible variants)

Parameters Permitting Variation:

DC Current Gain (hFE): Minimum values of 40 or higher are acceptable
Power - Max: Values of 1 W or greater are acceptable
Frequency - Transition: Values of 130 MHz or greater are acceptable
Product Status: Active parts are preferred over obsolete parts

All substitute parts listed meet the mandatory electrical and mechanical criteria. Variations in DC current gain, power dissipation, and transition frequency represent enhanced or equivalent performance characteristics that do not compromise circuit functionality.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	DCP56-13	BCP5616TA	BCP56TA	BCP56T1G	SBCP56T1G	SBCP56T3G	BCP56,115	BCP56-10,115	BCP56-10T1G	BCP56-16	BCP56-16,135
Manufacturer	Diodes Inc.	Diodes Inc.	Diodes Inc.	onsemi	onsemi	onsemi	Nexperia	Nexperia	onsemi	ANBON	Nexperia
Transistor Type	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN	NPN
Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max)	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V	80 V
Current - Collector (Ic) (Max)	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A	1 A
Vce Saturation (Max) @ Ib, Ic	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA	500mV @ 50mA, 500mA
Current - Collector Cutoff (Max)	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA	100 nA
DC Current Gain (hFE) (Min) @ Ic, Vce	40 @ 150mA, 2V	100 @ 150mA, 2V	40 @ 150mA, 2V	40 @ 150mA, 2V	40 @ 150mA, 2V	40 @ 150mA, 2V	63 @ 150mA, 2V	63 @ 150mA, 2V	63 @ 150mA, 2V	100 @ 150mA, 2V	100 @ 150mA, 2V
Power - Max	1 W	2 W	2 W	1.5 W	1.5 W	1.5 W	960 mW	960 mW	1.5 W	1.6 W	960 mW
Frequency - Transition	200 MHz	150 MHz	150 MHz	130 MHz	130 MHz	130 MHz	180 MHz	180 MHz	130 MHz	—	180 MHz
Operating Temperature Range	-55 to 150°C	-55 to 150°C	-55 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C	-65 to 150°C	150°C	150°C	-65 to 150°C	150°C	150°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
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	TO-261-4, TO-261AA	TO-261-4, TO-261AA
Supplier Device Package	SOT-223-3	SOT-223-3	SOT-223-3	SOT-223 (TO-261)	SOT-223 (TO-261)	SOT-223 (TO-261)	SOT-223	SOT-223	SOT-223 (TO-261)	SOT-223	SOT-223
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 rating, providing long-term availability and environmental compliance advantages over the obsolete DCP56-13.

Primary Substitutes (Diodes Incorporated): BCP5616TA and BCP56TA maintain manufacturer continuity with Diodes Incorporated. Both parts meet all mandatory electrical and mechanical criteria. BCP5616TA offers enhanced DC current gain (100 vs. 40) and increased power dissipation (2 W vs. 1 W). BCP56TA provides identical DC current gain to the DCP56-13 with increased power capability (2 W vs. 1 W).

Secondary Substitutes (onsemi): BCP56T1G, SBCP56T1G, SBCP56T3G, and BCP56-10T1G are manufactured by onsemi and meet all mandatory criteria. SBCP56T1G and SBCP56T3G include automotive-grade qualification (AEC-Q101) and extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C), suitable for applications requiring automotive compliance. All onsemi variants provide 1.5 W power dissipation.

Tertiary Substitutes (Nexperia): BCP56,115, BCP56-10,115, and BCP56-16,135 are manufactured by Nexperia USA Inc. These parts meet all mandatory criteria with transition frequencies of 180 MHz. Operating temperature specification is limited to 150°C maximum (no lower temperature bound specified).

Alternative Substitute (ANBON): BCP56-16 manufactured by ANBON SEMICONDUCTOR meets all mandatory electrical and mechanical criteria with 1.6 W power dissipation and DC current gain of 100. Transition frequency is not specified for this part.

Selection Basis:

For applications requiring manufacturer continuity: Select BCP5616TA or BCP56TA
For automotive applications: Select SBCP56T1G or SBCP56T3G
For high-volume procurement: BCP56-16 offers largest inventory (214,411 pcs)
For extended temperature range: Select BCP56T1G, SBCP56T1G, SBCP56T3G, or BCP56-10T1G

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BCP5616TA directly replace DCP56-13 in existing designs?

A: Yes. BCP5616TA meets all mandatory electrical parameters (80 V breakdown, 1 A collector current, 500mV saturation voltage, 100nA cutoff current) and mechanical requirements (SOT-223-3 package, TO-261-4/TO-261AA case). Enhanced DC current gain (100 vs. 40) and increased power dissipation (2 W vs. 1 W) represent performance improvements that do not compromise circuit compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between BCP56TA and BCP5616TA?

A: Both parts are manufactured by Diodes Incorporated and meet all mandatory electrical and mechanical criteria. The primary difference is DC current gain: BCP56TA has minimum hFE of 40 (matching DCP56-13), while BCP5616TA has minimum hFE of 100. Both provide 2 W power dissipation. Selection depends on circuit gain requirements.

Q: Are onsemi BCP56T1G and automotive-grade SBCP56T1G electrically identical?

A: BCP56T1G and SBCP56T1G meet identical electrical specifications (80 V, 1 A, 130 MHz, 1.5 W, hFE 40). SBCP56T1G includes automotive-grade qualification (AEC-Q101) and extended operating temperature range (-65°C to 150°C vs. -65°C to 150°C for BCP56T1G). Both are functionally equivalent for non-automotive applications; SBCP56T1G is required for automotive designs.

Q: Why do some substitute parts specify only 150°C maximum operating temperature without a lower bound?

A: Nexperia and ANBON parts specify 150°C as the maximum junction temperature. The absence of a lower temperature specification in the provided data does not indicate temperature limitation; these parts are suitable for standard industrial temperature ranges. For applications requiring extended low-temperature operation below -55°C, select onsemi variants (BCP56T1G, SBCP56T1G, SBCP56T3G, BCP56-10T1G) which specify -65°C minimum.

Q: Is transition frequency variation significant for substitution?

A: Transition frequency variation (130 MHz to 200 MHz) does not prevent substitution. All substitute parts meet or exceed 130 MHz, providing adequate bandwidth for general-purpose switching and amplification. The DCP56-13 specifies 200 MHz; lower-frequency substitutes (130 MHz to 180 MHz) remain suitable for applications within this frequency range.

Q: Can BCP56-16 be used as a substitute despite unspecified transition frequency?

A: Yes. BCP56-16 meets all mandatory electrical parameters (80 V, 1 A, 500mV saturation, 100nA cutoff) and mechanical requirements (SOT-223 package). The absence of transition frequency specification does not indicate inadequacy; this part is suitable for general-purpose applications. For frequency-critical designs, select parts with specified transition frequency (130 MHz or higher).

Q: What packaging options are available for substitute parts?

A: All substitute parts are available in surface mount SOT-223 or SOT-223-3 packages with TO-261-4 and TO-261AA case designations. Packaging variants include Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®, Tape & Reel (TR), and standard packaging. Selection depends on procurement and assembly requirements; electrical and mechanical compatibility remains constant across all packaging options.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant with MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, meeting environmental and regulatory requirements equivalent to the DCP56-13.

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