Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Supplier | Nexperia USA Inc. |
| Package / Case | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | Automotive, AEC-Q101 |
| Part Status | Active |
| Transistor Type | NPN |
| Current - Collector(Ic)(Max) | 2 A |
| Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown(Max) | 20 V |
| Vce Saturation(Max) @ Ib Ic | 600mV @ 200mA, 2A |
| Current - Collector Cutoff(Max) | 100nA (ICBO) |
| DC Current Gain(h FE)(Min) @ Ic Vce | 85 @ 500mA, 1V |
| Power - Max | 650 mW |
| Frequency - Transition | 170MHz |
| Operating Temperature | 150°C (TJ) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
Overview
Description
BCP68-QX isn’t a widely documented standard I can verify; it may be an internal project label or a versioned guideline. If you meant the IETF Best Current Practice (BCP) series, “BCP68” would denote a specific guidance document, with “QX” indicating a variant or edition.
A concise, adaptable introduction:
BCP68-QX is a project-specific best-current-practice guide for [domain/use case]. It defines the scope, goals, and guiding principles, and prescribes the required architecture, security and privacy controls, interoperability considerations, and governance. It also outlines deployment phases, validation criteria, compliance obligations, and success metrics, with “QX” marking the edition and any context-specific adjustments. The aim is to align teams, support audits, and enable repeatable, secure deployments while allowing evolution through versioning.
A concise, adaptable introduction:
BCP68-QX is a project-specific best-current-practice guide for [domain/use case]. It defines the scope, goals, and guiding principles, and prescribes the required architecture, security and privacy controls, interoperability considerations, and governance. It also outlines deployment phases, validation criteria, compliance obligations, and success metrics, with “QX” marking the edition and any context-specific adjustments. The aim is to align teams, support audits, and enable repeatable, secure deployments while allowing evolution through versioning.
Equivalent
BCP68-QX is a general-purpose NPN transistor (≈40–45 V, ≈0.8 A). Common cross references:
- Through-hole: BC337-40, 2N4401
- SMD: MMBT4401 (SMD version of 2N4401)
Note: exact replacement depends on package and hFE. Verify with the datasheet’s cross-reference from your supplier.
- Through-hole: BC337-40, 2N4401
- SMD: MMBT4401 (SMD version of 2N4401)
Note: exact replacement depends on package and hFE. Verify with the datasheet’s cross-reference from your supplier.
Pinout
- Pin count: 3 pins (SOT-23 package)
- Function: NPN bipolar junction transistor for general-purpose switching and amplification (small-signal transistor).
- Function: NPN bipolar junction transistor for general-purpose switching and amplification (small-signal transistor).
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Nexperia.
What kind of company: Nexperia is a Dutch semiconductor company that designs and manufactures discrete components (such as transistors and diodes), protection devices, and related semiconductor products. It originated as part of Philips/NXP and is now an independent global supplier.
What kind of company: Nexperia is a Dutch semiconductor company that designs and manufactures discrete components (such as transistors and diodes), protection devices, and related semiconductor products. It originated as part of Philips/NXP and is now an independent global supplier.
Application
BCP68-QX is a general‑purpose, medium‑power transistor suitable for switching and amplification. Common application areas include:
- DC switching in power supplies, DC‑DC converters, and motor drivers
- Small/signal amplification in audio, RF, and general signal paths
- Relay or solenoid driver stages and interface circuits
- Automotive and industrial control electronics
- Consumer electronics and hobby projects
Note: use per the datasheet for exact voltage/current ratings, package, and thermal limits.
- DC switching in power supplies, DC‑DC converters, and motor drivers
- Small/signal amplification in audio, RF, and general signal paths
- Relay or solenoid driver stages and interface circuits
- Automotive and industrial control electronics
- Consumer electronics and hobby projects
Note: use per the datasheet for exact voltage/current ratings, package, and thermal limits.
Package
BCP68-QX is typically offered in a SOT-23-3 (SC-70) surface-mount package; please verify with the specific manufacturer's datasheet.
