BC636 General Purpose PNP Transistor – TO-92 Package

The BC636 is a medium-power PNP bipolar junction transistor (BJT) designed for amplification and switching applications requiring higher current capability than standard small-signal transistors. Its reliable performance, robust construction, and compact TO-92 package make it suitable for driver stages, relay control circuits, audio amplifiers, power management systems, and industrial electronic applications.

Key Features -

• General-purpose PNP transistor

• Suitable for amplification and switching applications

• Medium-power transistor with high current capability

• Compact TO-92 through-hole package

• Reliable and stable electrical performance

• Good gain characteristics

• Easy PCB mounting and integration

Specifications -

• Product type - Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT)

• Part number - BC636

• Transistor polarity - PNP

• Technology - Silicon

• Package type - TO-92

• Mounting type - Through Hole

• Number of pins - 3

• Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) - 45V

• Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) - 60V

• Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) - 5V

• Maximum Collector Current (IC) - 1A

• Power Dissipation - 625mW

• Transition Frequency (fT) - 100MHz

• Operating Temperature Range - -55°C to +150°C

Applications -

• Relay and solenoid driver circuits

• Audio amplifier driver stages

• Power switching applications

• LED control circuits

• Industrial control systems

• Signal amplification circuits

• Educational and DIY electronics projects