BSS138

The BSS138 is a field-effect transistor (FET) manufactured by AnBon, designed for various electronic applications requiring low-power switching and amplification. This transistor features a small footprint and low on-state resistance, making it suitable for use in compact electronic devices and circuits where space and power efficiency are crucial.

Key Features:

• N-Channel Enhancement Mode: The BSS138 is an N-channel enhancement-mode FET, allowing for easy control of the transistor's conductivity by applying a positive voltage to the gate terminal.
• Low Threshold Voltage: With a low threshold voltage, typically around 0.8V to 1.5V, the transistor can be easily turned on with a relatively low input voltage, enabling efficient switching operations.
• Low On-Resistance: The BSS138 exhibits low on-resistance (RDS(ON)), typically in the range of a few ohms, minimizing voltage drop and power dissipation when the transistor is in the on-state.
• High Switching Speed: This FET offers fast switching speeds, allowing for rapid transitions between the on and off states, which is beneficial in applications requiring high-speed switching or amplification.
• Small SOT-23 Package: Housed in a compact SOT-23 surface-mount package, the BSS138 occupies minimal board space, making it suitable for space-constrained designs and portable devices.
• Wide Operating Voltage Range: The transistor can operate over a wide range of supply voltages, typically from a few volts up to 50V, providing flexibility in various voltage-level applications.
• ESD Protection: The BSS138 incorporates electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection features, ensuring robustness against electrostatic discharge events during handling and operation, enhancing device reliability.
• RoHS Compliance: Manufactured in compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive, the BSS138 is free from hazardous materials, promoting environmental sustainability and safety.

Applications:

• Battery-powered devices and portable electronics
• Switching and amplification circuits in consumer electronics
• Power management and load switching applications
• LED lighting and backlight control
• Motor control and driver circuits
• Audio amplifiers and signal processing circuits
• Sensor interfaces and signal conditioning circuits
• Voltage level shifting and level translation circuits