Overview
The BTA16-800CW3G is a high-performance triac (thyristor) produced by Littelfuse Inc., designed for full-wave AC control applications. This component is renowned for its high noise immunity and high commutating di/dt capabilities, making it suitable for demanding environments. The BTA16-800CW3G is part of the BTA16 series, which includes devices with blocking voltages up to 800V and on-state current ratings of 16A RMS at 25°C. This triac is packaged in the industry-standard TO-220AB case and is Pb-free and RoHS compliant.
Key Specifications
| Rating | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage | VDRM, VRRM | 800 | V |
| On-State RMS Current | IT(RMS) | 16 | A |
| Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current | ITSM | 125 | A |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RθJC | 2.5 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Ambient | RθJA | 60 | °C/W |
| Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering | TL | 260 | °C |
| Rate of Change of Commutating Current | (dI/dt)c | 8.5 | A/ms |
| Critical Rate of Rise of On-State Current | dI/dt | 50 | A/μs |
| Critical Rate of Rise of Off-State Voltage | dV/dt | 1000 | V/μs |
Key Features
- Blocking Voltage up to 800V
- On-State Current Rating of 16A RMS at 25°C
- Uniform Gate Trigger Currents in Quadrants I, II, and III
- High Immunity to dV/dt - 1000 V/μs minimum at 125°C
- Minimizes Snubber Networks for Protection
- Industry Standard TO-220AB Package
- High Commutating di/dt - 8.5 A/ms minimum at 125°C
- Internally Isolated (2500 VRMS)
- Pb-free and RoHS Compliant
Applications
The BTA16-800CW3G triac is designed for high-performance full-wave AC control applications, including but not limited to:
- Power control in industrial and commercial equipment
- Lighting control systems
- Heating and cooling control systems
- Motor control circuits
- Phase control circuits
Q & A
- What is the peak repetitive off-state voltage of the BTA16-800CW3G?
The peak repetitive off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) is 800V.
- What is the on-state RMS current rating of the BTA16-800CW3G?
The on-state RMS current rating is 16A at 25°C.
- What is the maximum peak non-repetitive surge current?
The maximum peak non-repetitive surge current (ITSM) is 125A.
- What is the thermal resistance from junction to case?
The thermal resistance from junction to case (RθJC) is 2.5°C/W.
- Is the BTA16-800CW3G Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the critical rate of rise of on-state current?
The critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) is 50 A/μs.
- What is the critical rate of rise of off-state voltage?
The critical rate of rise of off-state voltage (dV/dt) is 1000 V/μs.
- What package type is the BTA16-800CW3G available in?
The BTA16-800CW3G is available in the TO-220AB package.
- What are the typical applications for the BTA16-800CW3G?
Typical applications include power control in industrial and commercial equipment, lighting control systems, heating and cooling control systems, motor control circuits, and phase control circuits.
- What is the maximum lead temperature for soldering purposes?
The maximum lead temperature for soldering purposes is 260°C.
