BC327 Transistor Pinout, Equivalent, Uses, Technical Specs
BC327 is a general purpose PNP transistor, today we will discuss about its pinout configuration, equivalent, uses, technical specs and other details.
Features / Technical Specifications
- Package Type: TO-92
- Transistor Type: PNP
- Max Collector Current(IC): -800mA
- Max Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE): -45V
- Max Collector-Base Voltage (VCB): -50V
- Max Emitter-Base Voltage (VBE): -5V
- Max Collector Dissipation (Pc): 625 Milliwatt
- Max Transition Frequency (fT): 100 MHz
- Minimum & Maximum DC Current Gain (hFE): 100 to 630
- Max Storage & Operating temperature Should be: -55 to +150Centigrade
NPN Complementary
NPN Complementary of BC327 is BC337
Replacement and Equivalent
Alternative transistors for BC327 are 2N4403, BC488, BC638, 2N4402, 2N3702, 2N3703, BC486, Bc490 and BC328 (The pinout configuration of the alternative or substitute transistors shown here many be different from the BC327. Therefore it is suggested to always check pinout configuration of a transistor you are replacing in the circuit.)
BC327 Transistor Explained / Description
BC327 is a general purpose PNP BJP transistor that can be used for switching and amplification purposes in electronic circuits. The transistor features 800mA collector current hence it can be used to drive variety of loads in an electronic application. The max collector-emitter voltage is -45V therefore it can easily handle load voltage under 45V. Apart from that transistor also features 625mW collector dissipation and DC current gain of maximum 630 therefore it can also be used as an audio amplifier or for any type of signal amplification.
BC327 manufactured in different hFE classification that can be differentiate with the code number written after the transistor number. If you find code -16 after the transistor number then the hFE will be 100~250, if the code is -25 then the hFE will be 160~400 and if the code is -40 then the hFE will be 250~630.
Where We Can Use BC327 Transistor & How to Use:
Like other essential general purpose transistors the BC327 is also a must of have transistor in your lab because it can be used in wide variety of applications. It can be used as a switch to drive loads upto 800mA which includes high power relays, high power transistors, high power LEDs, ICs and other parts of a circuit. With -5V emitter-base voltage this transistor can also be used as the output of microcontrollers to drive load of upto 800mA which can easily drive motors, modules, sensors etc.
Applications
Output of Microcontrollers to Drive Loads
Any Type of Signal Amplification
Audio amplifier
Audio Amp Stages
Drive Loads Under 800mA
How to Get Long Term Performance From BC327
To get long term good performance with this transistor in your electronic applications it is recommended to not drive load more than 0.8A or 800mA, do not drive load or more than -45V, always use a suitable base resistor with the transistor. Do not store or operate this transistor in temperature below -55 centigrade and above +150 centigrade and always check pin configuration before placing in the circuit.
