Overview
The MCR106-8G, produced by Littelfuse Inc., is a sensitive gate silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) designed for high-volume consumer applications. This PNPN device is particularly suited for temperature, light, and speed control, as well as process and remote control, and warning systems where reliability of operation is crucial. The MCR106-8G features a glass-passivated surface for enhanced reliability and uniformity, and it is power-rated at economical prices.
Key Specifications
| Rating | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage | VDRM, VRRM | 600 | V |
| On-State RMS Current (180º Conduction Angles; TC = 93ºC) | IT(RMS) | 4.0 | A |
| Average On-State Current (180º Conduction Angles; TC = 93ºC) | IT(AV) | 2.55 | A |
| Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current (1/2 Cycle, Sine Wave 60 Hz, TJ = 110°C) | ITSM | 25 | A |
| Circuit Fusing Consideration (t = 8.3 ms) | I2t | 2.6 | A²s |
| Forward Peak Gate Power (TC = 93°C, Pulse Width ≤ 1.0 µs) | PGM | 0.5 | W |
| Forward Average Gate Power (TC = 93°C, t = 8.3 ms) | PG(AV) | 0.1 | W |
| Forward Peak Gate Current (TC = 93°C, Pulse Width ≤ 1.0 µs) | IGM | 0.2 | A |
| Peak Reverse Gate Voltage (TC = 93°C, Pulse Width ≤ 1.0 µs) | VRGM | 6.0 | V |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | TJ | -40 to +110 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | Tstg | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Mounting Torque | 6.0 | ||
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Case | RθJC | 3.0 | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Ambient | RθJA | 75 | °C/W |
| Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering Purposes | TL | 260 | °C |
Key Features
- Glass-passivated surface for reliability and uniformity
- Power rated at economical prices
- Practical level triggering and holding characteristics
- Flat, rugged, thermopad construction for low thermal resistance, high heat dissipation, and durability
- Pb-free packages available
Applications
The MCR106-8G is designed for various high-volume consumer applications, including:
- Temperature control
- Light control
- Speed control
- Process control
- Remote control
- Warning systems
Q & A
- What is the peak repetitive off-state voltage of the MCR106-8G? The peak repetitive off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) is 600 V.
- What is the on-state RMS current of the MCR106-8G? The on-state RMS current (IT(RMS)) is 4.0 A at 180º conduction angles and TC = 93ºC.
- What is the average on-state current of the MCR106-8G? The average on-state current (IT(AV)) is 2.55 A at 180º conduction angles and TC = 93ºC.
- What is the peak non-repetitive surge current of the MCR106-8G? The peak non-repetitive surge current (ITSM) is 25 A for a 1/2 cycle, sine wave at 60 Hz, and TJ = 110°C.
- What is the forward peak gate power of the MCR106-8G? The forward peak gate power (PGM) is 0.5 W at TC = 93°C and pulse width ≤ 1.0 µs.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the MCR106-8G? The operating junction temperature range (TJ) is -40 to +110 °C.
- What is the storage temperature range of the MCR106-8G? The storage temperature range (Tstg) is -40 to +150 °C.
- What is the mounting torque for the MCR106-8G? The mounting torque is 6.0 in. lb.
- What is the thermal resistance, junction-to-case, of the MCR106-8G? The thermal resistance, junction-to-case (RθJC), is 3.0 °C/W.
- What is the maximum lead temperature for soldering purposes of the MCR106-8G? The maximum lead temperature for soldering purposes (TL) is 260 °C.
