Overview
The BTA12-600CW3G is a silicon bidirectional thyristor (triac) manufactured by Littelfuse Inc. This device is designed for high-performance full-wave AC control applications, particularly where high noise immunity and high commutating di/dt are required.
It is part of the BTA12 series, which is known for its robust specifications and reliability in various industrial and consumer applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage | VDRM, VRRM | 600 | V |
| On-State RMS Current | IT (RMS) | 12 | A |
| Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current | ITSM | 105 | A |
| Peak Gate Current | IGM | 4.0 | A |
| Peak Gate Power | PG(AV) | 20 | W |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | TJ | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Tstg | -40 to +125 | °C |
| RMS Isolation Voltage | Viso | 2500 | V |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RθJC | 2.5 | °C/W |
| Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering | TL | 260 | °C |
Key Features
- Designed for high-performance full-wave AC control applications with high noise immunity and high commutating di/dt.
- Uniform gate trigger currents in three quadrants.
- High immunity to dV/dt - 1500 V/µs minimum at 125°C.
- Minimizes snubber networks for protection.
- Industry standard TO-220AB package.
- Internally isolated (2500 VRMS).
- Pb-free and RoHS compliant.
Applications
The BTA12-600CW3G is suitable for various applications including:
- Static relays.
- General purpose AC switching.
- Lighting control systems.
- Motor control circuits.
- Heating and cooling control systems.
Q & A
- What is the peak repetitive off-state voltage of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The peak repetitive off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) is 600 V.
- What is the on-state RMS current rating of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The on-state RMS current rating is 12 A at 25°C.
- What is the peak non-repetitive surge current of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The peak non-repetitive surge current (ITSM) is 105 A.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125°C.
- Is the BTA12-600CW3G Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case, of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RθJC), is 2.5 °C/W.
- What is the maximum lead temperature for soldering the BTA12-600CW3G?
The maximum lead temperature for soldering is 260°C.
- What is the RMS isolation voltage of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The RMS isolation voltage (Viso) is 2500 V.
- What are the typical applications of the BTA12-600CW3G?
The BTA12-600CW3G is typically used in static relays, general purpose AC switching, lighting control systems, motor control circuits, and heating and cooling control systems.
- What package type does the BTA12-600CW3G come in?
The BTA12-600CW3G comes in an industry standard TO-220AB package.
