FCX491ATA Diodes Inc. Transistor BJT NPN (Other) In Stock

Diodes Inc. FCX491ATA is a single NPN bipolar junction transistor rated at 1 A collector current and 40 V collector-emitter voltage in a compact 4-pin SOT-89 package. With a minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 35, it delivers efficient switching and amplification in power management circuits. Available from authorized distributors with worldwide shipping.

ACTIVETransistor BJT NPNVerified Jun 2026
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FCX491ATAOther
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Diodes Inc.
Package
Other
Pin Count
3
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Transistor BJT NPN
Price
From $0.1651(MOQ 10)
Temp Range
?°C to 150.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

Key Features

  • NPN BJT rated at 1 A collector current and 40 V VCE(max) for medium-power switching and amplification
  • Minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 35 enables reliable base-drive calculations in switching and linear circuit designs
  • Compact 4-pin SOT-89 package with collector tab provides efficient thermal dissipation for power-conscious PCB layouts

Applications

The FCX491ATA is commonly used in DC motor driver stages, relay driver circuits, and low-side switching applications where a 1 A NPN transistor in a compact SMT package is required. Its 40 V voltage rating makes it suitable for 12 V to 24 V automotive and industrial control circuits needing dependable signal amplification. The SOT-89 package with collector connection to the tab allows improved heat dissipation in space-constrained designs.

Specifications

Pbfree CodeYes
Factory Lead Time12Weeks
YTEOL7
Case ConnectionCOLLECTOR
Collector Current-Max (IC)1A
Collector-Emitter Voltage-Max40V
ConfigurationSINGLE
DC Current Gain-Min (hFE)35
JESD-30 CodeR-PSSO-F3
JESD-609 Codee3
Number of Elements1
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Polarity/Channel TypeNPN
Power Dissipation-Max (Abs)1W
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Surface MountYES
Terminal FinishMATTE TIN
Terminal FormFLAT
Terminal PositionSINGLE
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)30
Transistor ApplicationSWITCHING
Transistor Element MaterialSILICON
Transition Frequency-Nom (fT)150MHz
PackageOther

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
Country of OriginMainland China

Datasheet

FCX491ATA Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Diodes Inc.

Alternate & Equivalent Parts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the maximum collector current and voltage ratings of the FCX491ATA?

The FCX491ATA has a maximum collector current (IC) of 1 A and a maximum collector-emitter voltage (VCE) of 40 V. These ratings make it suitable for switching loads up to 1 A in circuits operating from 5 V to 24 V supply rails, covering a wide range of low to medium power applications in industrial and consumer electronics.

How does the 4-pin SOT-89 package of the FCX491ATA aid thermal management?

The 4-pin SOT-89 package of the FCX491ATA connects the collector terminal to the exposed tab on the package underside, which improves heat transfer to the PCB copper pour by providing a direct thermal path. This collector-tab configuration allows the transistor to handle up to 1 A of continuous collector current with better junction temperature control compared to smaller 3-pin SOT-23 packages.

Which application circuits benefit most from the FCX491ATA's hFE characteristics?

The FCX491ATA offers a minimum DC current gain (hFE) of 35, which simplifies base resistor calculations in relay coil driver circuits, solenoid actuators, and LED array switches operating at up to 1 A load current. The well-defined minimum hFE allows engineers to confidently design base drive networks with predictable saturation performance in 5 V to 24 V logic-controlled switching stages.

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AvailabilityIn Stock
Reference Price (USD)
From $0.1651
Buy from 1pc · Factory-direct pricing
Qty.Unit PriceExt. Price
10+$0.5880$5.88
100+$0.3250$32.50
250+$0.2880$72.00
500+$0.2500$125.00
3000+$0.2450$735.00
4000+$0.1651$660.20
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Unit price: $0.5880 · Total: $5.88

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Lead Time3-7 business days
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OriginChina (Authorized)

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