BC107 is a general purpose transistor which is available in BC107A, B and C series. This article sharing information’s regarding BC107 NPN transistor Pinout, characteristics and Equivalent transistors details for replacing.
BC107 Transistor Pinout
Pinout Configuration
| Pin Number | Pin Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Emitter (E) |
| 2 | Base (B) |
| 3 | Collector (C) |
Characteristics and Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Collector – Emitter Voltage | Vceo | 45 V |
| Collector – Base Voltage | Vcbo | 50 V |
| Collector Current | Ic | 0.2 A (200 mA) |
| DC Current Gain | hFE | 110 – 450 @ 2 mA |
| Power Dissipation | Ptot | 300 mW |
| Current Gain Bandwidth | ft | 100 MHz |
| Transistor Type | – | NPN |
Equivalent Transistor for Replacement
| Transistor | Vceo |
|---|---|
| BC547 | 45 V |
| BC548 | 30 V |
| BC546 | 65 V |
| 2N3904 | 40 V |
| 2N2222 / PN2222 | 40 V |
| BC337 | 45 V |
| 2N4401 | 40 V |
| BC549 | 30 V |
Important Note: Make sure that the pin configuration of the replacing transistor to avoid circuit damages.
Conclusion
The BC107 transistor is a common general purpose transistor. This transistor comes in TO-18 Metal packaging. It is able to work at moderate voltage of 45V and current about 200mA. In many small electronic circuits this transistor is a perfect choice. If you can not find this transistor in the market, you can use its alternatives of BC547, BC546, 2N3904, and 2N2222.
