Overview
The BTA16-700BWRG is a medium current Triac produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is part of the BTA16 series, known for its high commutation performance and suitability for general purpose mains power AC switching. The BTA16-700BWRG is particularly recommended for applications involving inductive loads due to its Snubberless™ design, which enhances its performance in such scenarios.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VDRM/VRRM | 600, 800 | V |
| IT(RMS) | 16 | A |
| ITSM (Non repetitive surge peak on-state current) | 160 A (50 Hz), 168 A (60 Hz) | A |
| IGT (Gate Trigger Current) | 25, 50 mA | mA |
| VGT (Gate Trigger Voltage) | 1.3 | V |
| Tstg (Storage junction temperature range) | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Tj (Operating junction temperature range) | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Rth(j-c) (Junction to case thermal resistance) | 1.2 °C/W (TO-220AB/D²PAK), 2.1 °C/W (TO-220AB insulated) | °C/W |
| Rth(j-a) (Junction to ambient thermal resistance) | 45 °C/W (D²PAK), 60 °C/W (TO-220AB/TO-220AB insulated) | °C/W |
Key Features
- Medium Current Triac: Suitable for medium current applications.
- Low Thermal Resistance: Enhanced thermal performance with clip bonding and insulated ceramic for reduced thermal resistance.
- High Commutation Capability: High commutation performance, especially in Snubberless™ versions, making it ideal for inductive loads.
- UL Certification: Compliant with UL standards (file reference: E81734) and certified to UL1557.
- RoHS Compliance: Packages are RoHS (2002/95/EC) compliant.
- Insulated Tab: Insulated tab rated at 2500 VRMS, complying with UL standards.
Applications
- Static Relays: Used for ON/OFF functions in static relays.
- Light Dimmers: Suitable for phase control operations in light dimmers.
- Appliance Motor Speed Controllers: Used for speed control in appliance motors.
- Heating Regulation: Applied in heating regulation circuits.
- Induction Motor Starting Circuits: Used in starting circuits for induction motors.
Q & A
- What is the maximum RMS on-state current of the BTA16-700BWRG?
The maximum RMS on-state current is 16 A.
- What are the typical applications of the BTA16-700BWRG?
Typical applications include static relays, light dimmers, appliance motor speed controllers, heating regulation, and induction motor starting circuits.
- What is the gate trigger voltage of the BTA16-700BWRG?
The gate trigger voltage is 1.3 V.
- Is the BTA16-700BWRG RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the BTA16-700BWRG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- What is the non-repetitive surge peak on-state current of the BTA16-700BWRG?
The non-repetitive surge peak on-state current is 160 A at 50 Hz and 168 A at 60 Hz.
- Does the BTA16-700BWRG have an insulated tab?
- What are the thermal resistance values for the BTA16-700BWRG?
The junction to case thermal resistance is 1.2 °C/W (TO-220AB/D²PAK) and 2.1 °C/W (TO-220AB insulated), and the junction to ambient thermal resistance is 45 °C/W (D²PAK) and 60 °C/W (TO-220AB/TO-220AB insulated).
- Is the BTA16-700BWRG suitable for inductive loads?
- What are the package options for the BTA16-700BWRG?
The component is available in TO-220AB and D²PAK packages.
