Overview
The BTA06-600TWRG is a 6A triac from STMicroelectronics, part of the BTA06 and BTB06 triac series. These triacs are designed for general purpose AC switching and are available in through-hole (TO-220AB) packages. They are suitable for various applications, including static relays, heating regulation, induction motor starting circuits, and phase control operations in light dimmers and motor speed controllers. The BTA06 series features an internal ceramic pad, providing voltage insulated tabs rated at 2500V RMS, which comply with UL standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RMS On-State Current (IT(RMS)) | 6 A | A |
| Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (VDRM/VRRM) | 600 V | V |
| Gate Trigger Current (IGT) | 5 to 10 mA | mA |
| Hold Current (IH) | 10 mA | mA |
| Non-Repetitive Surge Peak On-State Current (ITSM) | 60 A (F = 50 Hz, t = 20 ms) | A |
| Critical Rate of Rise of On-State Current (dI/dt) | 50 A/µs | A/µs |
| Peak Gate Current (IGM) | 4 A | A |
| Average Gate Power Dissipation (PG(AV)) | 1 W | W |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 °C | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 °C | °C |
| Junction to Case Thermal Resistance (Rth(j-c)) | 2.7 °C/W | °C/W |
| Junction to Ambient Thermal Resistance (Rth(j-a)) | 60 °C/W | °C/W |
Key Features
- High Commutation Performance: The snubberless and logic level versions are recommended for use on inductive loads due to their high commutation performances.
- Voltage Insulated Tab: The BTA series features an internal ceramic pad, providing voltage insulated tabs rated at 2500V RMS, which comply with UL standards.
- ECOPACK® Packages: The devices are available in ECOPACK® packages, which are lead-free and comply with environmental standards.
- General Purpose AC Switching: Suitable for various AC switching applications, including static relays, heating regulation, and phase control operations.
- Logic Level and Snubberless Versions: Available in logic level and snubberless versions, which are particularly useful for applications involving inductive loads.
Applications
- Static Relays: Used as an ON/OFF function in static relay applications.
- Heating Regulation: Suitable for heating regulation circuits.
- Induction Motor Starting Circuits: Used in induction motor starting circuits.
- Light Dimmers and Motor Speed Controllers: Used for phase control operations in light dimmers and motor speed controllers.
Q & A
- What is the RMS on-state current of the BTA06-600TWRG triac?
The RMS on-state current (IT(RMS)) is 6 A.
- What is the repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM/VRRM) of the BTA06-600TWRG?
The repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM/VRRM) is 600 V.
- What is the gate trigger current (IGT) for the BTA06-600TWRG?
The gate trigger current (IGT) ranges from 5 to 10 mA.
- What is the hold current (IH) for the BTA06-600TWRG?
The hold current (IH) is 10 mA.
- What are the operating and storage junction temperature ranges for the BTA06-600TWRG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C, and the storage junction temperature range is -40 to +150 °C.
- What is the thermal resistance from junction to case (Rth(j-c)) for the BTA06-600TWRG?
The thermal resistance from junction to case (Rth(j-c)) is 2.7 °C/W.
- What types of packages are available for the BTA06 triac series?
The BTA06 triac series is available in through-hole (TO-220AB) packages.
- Are the BTA06 triacs suitable for inductive loads?
Yes, the snubberless and logic level versions are specially recommended for use on inductive loads due to their high commutation performances.
- Do the BTA06 triacs comply with environmental standards?
Yes, the devices are available in ECOPACK® packages, which are lead-free and comply with environmental standards.
- What are some common applications of the BTA06-600TWRG triac?
Common applications include static relays, heating regulation, induction motor starting circuits, and phase control operations in light dimmers and motor speed controllers.
