Overview
The BTA12-600BWRG is a medium current Triac from STMicroelectronics, designed for general purpose mains power AC switching. It is available in a TO-220AB insulated package, making it suitable for a variety of applications including static relays, heating regulation, and induction motor starting circuits. The BTA12 series also supports phase control operations in light dimmers and appliance motor speed controllers. The Snubberless™ versions, such as the BTA12-600BWRG, are particularly recommended for use on inductive loads due to their high commutation performance and insulated tab rated at 2500 VRMS, complying with UL standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RMS On-State Current (IT(RMS)) | 12 | A |
| Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (VDRM/VRRM) | 600 | V |
| Triggering Gate Current (IGT) | 50 | mA |
| Quadrants | I, II, III, IV | |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Junction to Case Thermal Resistance (Rth(j-c)) | 2.3 | °C/W |
| Package Type | TO-220AB Ins. | |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 |
Key Features
- Medium current Triac
- Low thermal resistance with clip bonding
- Low thermal resistance insulation ceramic for insulated BTA
- High commutation (4Q) or very high commutation (3Q) capability
- BTA series UL1557 certified (file ref: 81734)
- Packages are RoHS (2011/65/EU) compliant
- Snubberless™ versions for high commutation performance on inductive loads
- Logic Level versions offer low holding current, ideal for light dimmers for LED lamps
Applications
- General purpose mains power AC switching
- Static relays
- Heating regulation
- Induction motor starting circuits
- Phase control operations in light dimmers
- Appliance motor speed controllers
Q & A
- What is the BTA12-600BWRG used for? The BTA12-600BWRG is used for general purpose mains power AC switching, including applications such as static relays, heating regulation, and induction motor starting circuits.
- What is the RMS on-state current of the BTA12-600BWRG? The RMS on-state current is 12 A.
- What is the repetitive peak off-state voltage of the BTA12-600BWRG? The repetitive peak off-state voltage is 600 V.
- What is the triggering gate current for the BTA12-600BWRG? The triggering gate current is 50 mA.
- In which quadrants does the BTA12-600BWRG operate? It operates in quadrants I, II, III, and IV.
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the BTA12-600BWRG? The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- Is the BTA12-600BWRG RoHS compliant? Yes, it is RoHS (2011/65/EU) compliant.
- What package type is the BTA12-600BWRG available in? It is available in a TO-220AB insulated package.
- What are the Snubberless™ versions of the BTA12 series used for? The Snubberless™ versions are especially recommended for use on inductive loads due to their high commutation performance.
- Are there any specific certifications for the BTA12 series? Yes, the BTA series is UL1557 certified (file ref: 81734).
