Overview
The BTA20-600CWRG is a high-performance triac produced by STMicroelectronics. This component utilizes advanced glass passivated chip technology and incorporates the Snubberless™ concept, which suppresses the need for an RC network. This makes it suitable for various applications, including phase control and static switching on both inductive and resistive loads. The BTA20 series is known for its superior surge current handling capabilities due to its clip assembly technique and internal ceramic pad, which provides a voltage-insulated tab rated at 2500 V rms, complying with UL standards.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Max. off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) | 600 | V |
| Max. load current (IT(RMS)) | 20 | A |
| Gate current (IGT) | 35 | mA |
| Non repetitive surge peak on-state current (ITSM) | 210 (F = 50 Hz, t = 10 ms), 200 (F = 60 Hz, t = 8.3 ms) | A |
| Critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) | 50 A/µs (repetitive), 100 A/µs (non-repetitive) | A/µs |
| Storage junction temperature range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Operating junction temperature range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Package | TO-220AB Ins | |
| Mounting | THT (Through-Hole Technology) |
Key Features
- High performance glass passivated chip technology
- Snubberless™ concept, eliminating the need for an RC network
- Suitable for phase control and static switching on inductive or resistive loads
- Superior surge current handling capabilities due to clip assembly technique
- Voltage-insulated tab rated at 2500 V rms, complying with UL standards
- Lead-free package with ECOPACK® compliance
Applications
The BTA20-600CWRG triac is designed for various applications, including:
- Phase control in AC circuits
- Static switching on inductive or resistive loads
- Inrush current limitation in AC-DC converters
- General-purpose AC power control
Q & A
- What is the maximum off-state voltage of the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The maximum off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) is 600 V.
- What is the maximum load current (IT(RMS)) of the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The maximum load current (IT(RMS)) is 20 A.
- What is the gate current (IGT) required for the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The gate current (IGT) is 35 mA.
- What is the non-repetitive surge peak on-state current (ITSM) of the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The non-repetitive surge peak on-state current (ITSM) is 210 A for 50 Hz and 200 A for 60 Hz.
- What is the critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) for the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) is 50 A/µs (repetitive) and 100 A/µs (non-repetitive).
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- What type of package does the BTA20-600CWRG triac use?
The BTA20-600CWRG triac uses a TO-220AB Ins package.
- Is the BTA20-600CWRG triac lead-free and RoHS compliant?
- What are some common applications for the BTA20-600CWRG triac?
- Does the BTA20-600CWRG triac have any special features for surge current handling?
