Overview
The BTA12-600CWRG is a medium current Triac from STMicroelectronics, part of the BTA12 series. It is designed for general purpose mains power AC switching and is available in both through-hole and surface mount packages. This Triac is suitable for various applications, including static relays, heating regulation, induction motor starting circuits, and phase control operations in light dimmers and appliance motor speed controllers. The Snubberless™ versions, such as the BTA12-600CWRG, are particularly recommended for use on inductive loads due to their high commutation performance and internal ceramic pad, which provides an insulated tab rated at 2500 V RMS, 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) | 35 | mA |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Quadrants | I, II, III | |
| Junction to Case Thermal Resistance (Rth(j-c)) | 1.4 | °C/W |
| Package Type | TO-220AB Insulated |
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 with high commutation performance and insulated tab rated at 2500 V RMS
- 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
- Use on inductive loads due to high commutation performance
Q & A
- What is the RMS on-state current of the BTA12-600CWRG?
The RMS on-state current is 12 A.
- What is the repetitive peak off-state voltage of the BTA12-600CWRG?
The repetitive peak off-state voltage is 600 V.
- What is the triggering gate current for the BTA12-600CWRG?
The triggering gate current is 35 mA.
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the BTA12-600CWRG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- What are the quadrants supported by the BTA12-600CWRG?
The BTA12-600CWRG supports quadrants I, II, and III.
- Is the BTA12-600CWRG RoHS compliant?
- What is the junction to case thermal resistance of the BTA12-600CWRG?
The junction to case thermal resistance is 1.4 °C/W.
- What type of package is the BTA12-600CWRG available in?
The BTA12-600CWRG is available in a TO-220AB insulated package.
- What are some common applications for the BTA12-600CWRG?
Common applications include static relays, heating regulation, induction motor starting circuits, and phase control operations in light dimmers and appliance motor speed controllers.
- Why are Snubberless™ versions of the BTA12 series recommended for inductive loads?
Snubberless™ versions are recommended for inductive loads due to their high commutation performance and the presence of an internal ceramic pad that provides an insulated tab rated at 2500 V RMS.
