BC177Alternatives & Equivalent Parts
About BC177
BC177 is a Transistor BJT PNP component manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It comes in a Other package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | BC177Source | BC177B |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Other | Other |
| Pin Count | 3 | 3 |
| Temperature Range | -65.0°C ~ 175.0°C | ~ 175.0°C |
| Price | $0.2750 | $0.2510 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | OBSOLETE | OBSOLETE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||
| YTEOL | 7 | 0 |
| Collector Current-Max (IC) | 0.2 A | 0.1 A |
| Collector-Base Capacitance-Max | 4 pF | — |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max | 45 V | 45 V |
| Configuration | SINGLE | SINGLE |
| DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) | 120 | 240 |
| JEDEC-95 Code | TO-18 | TO-18 |
| JESD-30 Code | O-MBCY-W3 | O-MBCY-W3 |
| Number of Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Package Body Material | METAL | METAL |
| Package Shape | ROUND | ROUND |
| Package Style | CYLINDRICAL | CYLINDRICAL |
| Polarity/Channel Type | PNP | PNP |
| Power Dissipation Ambient-Max | 0.6 W | — |
| Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) | 1 W | 0.6 W |
| Surface Mount | NO | NO |
| Terminal Form | WIRE | WIRE |
| Terminal Position | BOTTOM | BOTTOM |
| Transistor Application | SWITCHING | AMPLIFIER |
| Transistor Element Material | SILICON | SILICON |
| Transition Frequency-Nom (fT) | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| VCEsat-Max | 0.6 V | — |
| Qualification Status | — | Not Qualified |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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Why Look for Alternatives?
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FAQ
What is equivalent to BC177?
Known equivalents for BC177 include BC177B. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of BC177?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify BC177 alternatives?
Compare the datasheet specifications including pinout, voltage ratings, timing parameters, and package dimensions. FindMyChip's engineering team can help with compatibility verification — submit an RFQ to get started.