BC338 General Purpose Amplifier NPN Transistor – TO-92 Package

The BC338 is a general-purpose NPN bipolar junction transistor (BJT) designed for amplification and switching applications. Featuring higher current handling capability than standard small-signal transistors, it is suitable for driver circuits, relay control, LED switching, signal amplification, and various industrial and consumer electronic applications.

Key Features -

• General-purpose NPN transistor

• Suitable for amplification and switching applications

• Higher collector current capability

• Compact TO-92 through-hole package

• Reliable and stable performance

• Low saturation voltage characteristics

• Easy PCB integration and mounting

Specifications -

• Product type - Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT)

• Part number - BC338

• Transistor polarity - NPN

• Package type - TO-92

• Mounting type - Through Hole

• Number of pins - 3

• Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCEO) - 25V

• Collector-Base Voltage (VCBO) - 30V

• Emitter-Base Voltage (VEBO) - 5V

• Maximum Collector Current (IC) - 800mA

• Power Dissipation - 625mW

• Transition Frequency (fT) - 100MHz

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

Applications -

• General-purpose amplification circuits

• Relay driver circuits

• LED driver applications

• Switching regulators

• Sensor interface circuits

• Industrial control systems

• Educational and DIY electronics projects