BAS16 – NXP

Overview

The NXP BAS16 is a high-speed small-signal diode designed for general-purpose rectification and switching applications. Its critical operational characteristic is its low forward voltage drop (855mV @ 10mA) and fast reverse recovery time (6ns), enabling efficient signal processing. A key design consideration for this SOT-23-3 packaged device is managing thermal dissipation; while rated for 200mA, sustained operation at the upper current limit in compact, densely populated PCBs necessitates careful layout and potential heatsinking to prevent junction temperature excursions beyond its 150°C limit, ensuring long-term reliability.

Key Features

• Maximum DC Reverse Voltage: 75V
• Average Rectified Current (Io): 200mA
• Forward Voltage (Vf): 855mV @ 10mA
• Reverse Recovery Time (trr): 6ns
• Leakage Current (Ir): 1µA @ 75V
• Capacitance (Cj): 2pF @ 0V, 1MHz
• Package: SOT-23-3 (TO-236-3, SC-59)

Applications

The component is engineered for deployment in systems requiring high reliability and performance under specific operating conditions. It provides functional stability across the stated design envelope.

• High-frequency signal detection in RF receivers
• Demodulation circuits in communication modules
• Fast switching in digital logic level shifters
• Protection clamping in sensitive analog signal paths