Overview
The BTA16-600BW3G is a silicon bidirectional thyristor (triac) produced by Littelfuse Inc. It is designed for high-performance full-wave AC control applications, particularly where high noise immunity and high commutating di/dt are required. This device is part of the BTA16 series, known for its robust electrical characteristics and reliability in various industrial and commercial applications.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage | VDRM, VRRM | 600 | V |
| On-State RMS Current (Full Cycle Sine Wave, 60 Hz, TC = 80°C) | IT(RMS) | 16 | A |
| Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current (One Full Cycle Sine Wave, 60 Hz, TC = 25°C) | ITSM | 170 | A |
| Circuit Fusing Consideration (t = 8.3 ms) | I2t | 120 | A²sec |
| Peak Gate Current (TJ = 125°C, t = 20ms) | IGM | 4.0 | A |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | TJ | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Tstg | -40 to +150 | °C |
| RMS Isolation Voltage (t = 300 ms, R.H. ≤ 30%) | VISO | 2500 | VRMS |
Key Features
- Blocking Voltage up to 600 V
- On-State Current Rating of 16 A RMS at 80°C
- 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
- High Commutating dI/dt − 4.0 A/ms minimum at 125°C
- Internally Isolated (2500 VRMS)
- Pb-Free Devices
Applications
The BTA16-600BW3G is suitable for a variety of applications requiring high-performance full-wave AC control, such as:
- Industrial control systems
- Motor control circuits
- Lighting control systems
- Heating and cooling control systems
- Power supplies and converters
Q & A
- What is the peak repetitive off-state voltage of the BTA16-600BW3G?
The peak repetitive off-state voltage is 600 V. - What is the on-state RMS current rating of the BTA16-600BW3G at 80°C?
The on-state RMS current rating is 16 A. - What is the peak non-repetitive surge current of the BTA16-600BW3G?
The peak non-repetitive surge current is 170 A. - What is the operating junction temperature range of the BTA16-600BW3G?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125°C. - Is the BTA16-600BW3G Pb-free?
Yes, the BTA16-600BW3G is a Pb-free device. - What is the typical package type for the BTA16-600BW3G?
The typical package type is the industry standard TO-220AB. - What is the high commutating di/dt of the BTA16-600BW3G?
The high commutating di/dt is 4.0 A/ms minimum at 125°C. - What is the RMS isolation voltage of the BTA16-600BW3G?
The RMS isolation voltage is 2500 VRMS. - What are some common applications for the BTA16-600BW3G?
Common applications include industrial control systems, motor control circuits, lighting control systems, and heating and cooling control systems. - What is the storage temperature range for the BTA16-600BW3G?
The storage temperature range is -40 to +150°C.
