The BC80740 is a PNP small signal transistor in a compact SOT233 package. Supplied as a 56 piece lot, this lot provides reliable stock for designers, hobbyists, and technicians who need consistent, general purpose transistors for small PCB footprints and surface mount assemblies. Key benefits General purpose PNP transistor for switching and amplification in low to moderate signal applications. Small SOT233 package supports compact board layouts and easy automated assembly. hFE group 40 provides predictable gain for many common circuit designs. Robust for everyday electronics projects and production prototypes, helping reduce component shortages and lead times. Compatible with standard PCB footprints used for SOT23 transistors and BC series devices. Key attributes Function: PNP smallsignal transistor Package: SOT233 (threelead surface mount) Model: BC80740 Gain group: hFE approximately 40 Voltage rating: Vceo up to 45 V Material: Silicon Quantity: 56 pieces per pack Intended use: general purpose switching and amplification in low to moderate power applications Applications and use cases General purpose switches in microcontroller driven circuits, such as turning on/off a small load or driving a stage in a signal path. Signal amplification in sensor interfaces or audio/light control circuits where a PNP smallsignal transistor is appropriate. Level shifting and simple logic inversion in mixedsignal boards, enabling interfacing between different voltage domains on a compact PCB. This description reflects the product's brand, model, and features: BC80740, a PNP smallsignal transistor in a SOT233 package, provided in a 56piece quantity with a gain group around 40 and a Vceo rating up to 45 V, suitable for general purpose switching and amplification in compact, surface mount designs.