BC516 PNP Darlington Transistor 30V 1A TO-92 Package

BC516 PNP Darlington Transistor 30V 1A TO-92 Package

The BC516 is a high-gain PNP Darlington transistor designed for medium-power amplification and switching applications. Featuring two transistors in a Darlington configuration, it provides very high current gain, making it ideal for driving relays, motors, and other medium-current loads with minimal base current. Housed in a compact TO-92 package, the BC516 delivers reliable performance, low saturation voltage, and excellent thermal stability. With a collector-emitter voltage of 30V and a collector current up to 1A, this transistor is suitable for audio amplification, signal amplification, and general medium-power switching circuits.

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Features:

• Transistor Type: PNP Darlington
• Package: TO-92 Plastic Package
• Collector-Emitter Voltage (V_CE): 30V
• Collector Current (I_C): 1A
• Very High DC Current Gain (hFE): 1000–2000 typical
• Low Saturation Voltage (V_CE(sat)): Efficient for power switching
• Compact TO-92 Package: Easy to mount and integrate on PCBs
• Reliable & Durable: Stable operation for medium-power applications
• Versatile Usage: Suitable for relay driving, amplifier circuits, and small motors

Applications:

• Relay & Motor Driving: Efficiently drives relays, solenoids, and small DC motors
• Audio Amplifiers: Medium-power audio signal amplification
• Signal Switching: Low-base-current control of medium-current circuits
• Timers & Oscillators: Reliable operation in medium-power circuits
• Hobbyist & Educational Projects: Perfect for experimentation, prototyping, and learning
• General Electronics: Medium-power switching and amplification applications

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