Overview
The BTB16-600BRG is a medium-current Triac produced by STMicroelectronics. It is part of the BTB16 series, which includes standard and Snubberless™ Triacs designed for general-purpose mains power AC switching. This component is available in the TO-220AB package and is RoHS compliant, adhering to the Ecopack2 standards. The BTB16-600BRG is suitable for a wide range of applications, including static relays, light dimmers, and appliance motor speed controllers, due to its high commutation performance and low thermal resistance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RMS On-State Current (IT(RMS)) | 16 | A |
| Non-Repetitive Surge Peak On-State Current (ITSM) | 160 (F = 50 Hz, tp = 20 ms), 168 (F = 60 Hz, tp = 16.7 ms) | A |
| Maximum Off-State Voltage (VDRM/VRRM) | 600 | V |
| Gate Trigger Current (IGT) | 25-50 mA (depending on the quadrant) | mA |
| Gate Trigger Voltage (VGT) | 1.3 | V |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Package | TO-220AB | |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack2 |
Key Features
- Medium current Triac with low thermal resistance and clip bonding.
- High commutation capability (4Q or very high commutation 3Q, Snubberless™ versions).
- Insulated tab (rated at 2500 VRMS) in BTA series, complying with UL standards.
- Available in both through-hole and surface mount packages.
- RoHS compliant and Ecopack2 certified.
- Low thermal resistance with internal ceramic pad in Snubberless™ versions.
Applications
- Static relays.
- Light dimmers.
- Appliance motor speed controllers.
- Heating regulation.
- Induction motor starting circuits.
- Phase control operations.
- Especially recommended for use on inductive loads due to high commutation performance.
Q & A
- What is the maximum RMS on-state current of the BTB16-600BRG?
The maximum RMS on-state current is 16 A.
- What is the maximum off-state voltage (VDRM/VRRM) of the BTB16-600BRG?
The maximum off-state voltage is 600 V.
- What is the gate trigger current (IGT) range for the BTB16-600BRG?
The gate trigger current range is 25-50 mA, depending on the quadrant.
- What is the operating junction temperature range of the BTB16-600BRG?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- Is the BTB16-600BRG RoHS compliant?
- What types of applications is the BTB16-600BRG suitable for?
- What package type is the BTB16-600BRG available in?
The BTB16-600BRG is available in the TO-220AB package.
- Does the BTB16-600BRG have any special features for inductive loads?
- What is the storage junction temperature range of the BTB16-600BRG?
The storage junction temperature range is -40 to +150 °C.
- Is the BTB16-600BRG UL certified?
