BD680AAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About BD680A
BD680A is a Transistor Darlington Pair 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.
Specification Comparison
| Parameter | BD680ASource | BD680 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Other | Transistor Outline, Vertical |
| Pin Count | 3 | 3 |
| Temperature Range | ~ 150.0°C | ~ 150.0°C |
| Price | $0.3312 | $0.1395 |
| Electrical Parameters | ||
| Pbfree Code | Yes | — |
| YTEOL | 0 | 9 |
| Case Connection | ISOLATED | ISOLATED |
| Collector Current-Max (IC) | 4 A | 4 A |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max | 80 V | 80 V |
| Configuration | DARLINGTON WITH BUILT-IN DIODE AND RESISTOR | DARLINGTON WITH BUILT-IN DIODE AND RESISTOR |
| DC Current Gain-Min (hFE) | 750 | 750 |
| JEDEC-95 Code | TO-126 | TO-126 |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PSFM-T3 | R-PSFM-T3 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | e3 |
| Number of Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | FLANGE MOUNT | FLANGE MOUNT |
| Polarity/Channel Type | PNP | PNP |
| Power Dissipation Ambient-Max | 40 W | 40 W |
| Power Dissipation-Max (Abs) | 40 W | 40 W |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Surface Mount | NO | NO |
| Terminal Finish | MATTE TIN | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Position | SINGLE | SINGLE |
| Transistor Application | SWITCHING | SWITCHING |
| Transistor Element Material | SILICON | SILICON |
| Transition Frequency-Nom (fT) | 10 MHz | 10 MHz |
| VCEsat-Max | 2.8 V | 2.5 V |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | — | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | — | NOT SPECIFIED |
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Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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What is equivalent to BD680A?
Known equivalents for BD680A include BD680. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of BD680A?
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 BD680A alternatives?
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