Overview
The BTA08-600TWRG is a 8A standard Triac produced by STMicroelectronics, designed for general purpose AC switching applications. This device is available in a TO-220AB insulated package and features a voltage insulated tab rated at 2500 VRMS, complying with UL standards (file ref.: E81734). The BTA08 series includes Snubberless and logic level versions, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, including static relays, heating regulation, and phase control operations in light dimmers and motor speed controllers.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RMS On-state Current (IT(RMS)) | 8 A | A |
| Repetitive Peak Off-state Voltage (VDRM / VRRM) | 600 V | V |
| Triggering Gate Current (IGT) | 5 mA | mA |
| Non-repetitive Surge Peak On-state Current (ITSM) | 80 A (f = 50 Hz, tp = 20 ms) | A |
| Critical Rate of Rise of On-state Current (dl/dt) | 50 A/μs | A/μs |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 °C | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 °C | °C |
| Package Type | TO-220AB Insulated |
Key Features
- On-state rms current, IT(RMS) of 8 A
- Repetitive peak off-state voltage, VDRM / VRRM of 600 V to 800 V
- Triggering gate current, IGT ranging from 5 to 50 mA
- Voltage insulated tab rated at 2500 VRMS, complying with UL standards
- Snubberless and logic level versions available
- Suitable for use on inductive loads due to high commutation performance
- Designed to interface directly with low power drivers such as microcontrollers
Applications
- General purpose AC switching
- Static relays
- Heating regulation
- Induction motor starting circuits
- Phase control operations in light dimmers and motor speed controllers
Q & A
- What is the RMS on-state current of the BTA08-600TWRG?
The RMS on-state current (IT(RMS)) is 8 A.
- What is the repetitive peak off-state voltage of the BTA08-600TWRG?
The repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM / VRRM) is 600 V.
- What is the triggering gate current for the BTA08-600TWRG?
The triggering gate current (IGT) is 5 mA for the logic level version.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the BTA08-600TWRG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- What type of package does the BTA08-600TWRG come in?
The BTA08-600TWRG comes in a TO-220AB insulated package.
- Is the BTA08-600TWRG suitable for use on inductive loads?
- Can the BTA08-600TWRG be used with microcontrollers?
- What is the voltage rating of the insulated tab in the BTA08-600TWRG?
The voltage insulated tab is rated at 2500 VRMS, complying with UL standards.
- What are some common applications of the BTA08-600TWRG?
- What is the storage junction temperature range of the BTA08-600TWRG?
The storage junction temperature range is -40 to +150 °C.
