Overview
The STTH8R06D, produced by STMicroelectronics, is an ultrafast high voltage rectifier diode that utilizes ST's Turbo 2 600 V technology. This diode is specifically designed for applications requiring high efficiency and low switching losses, such as boost diodes in continuous mode power factor corrections and hard switching conditions. It is also suitable for use as a free wheeling diode in power supplies and other power switching applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VRRM (Repetitive peak reverse voltage) | 600 | V |
| IF(RMS) (RMS forward current) | 30 | A |
| IF(AV) (Average forward current) | 8 | A |
| IFSM (Surge non repetitive forward current) | 80 | A |
| Tstg (Storage temperature range) | -65 to +175 | °C |
| Tj (Maximum operating junction temperature) | 175 | °C |
| VF (Forward voltage drop at IF = 8 A, Tj = 25 °C) | 1.4 | V |
| trr (Reverse recovery time at Tj = 25 °C) | 25 ns | ns |
| Rth(j-c) (Junction to case thermal resistance) | 2.2 (TO-220AC/D2PAK), 4.6 (TO-220FPAC) | °C/W |
Key Features
- Ultrafast switching
- Low reverse recovery current
- Reduces switching losses
- Low thermal resistance
- High package insulation voltage: 2500 VRMS sine for TO-220AC and 2000 VRMS sine for TO-220FPAC
- Epoxy meets UL94, V0 standards
- Cooling method by conduction
Applications
The STTH8R06D is particularly suited for use in continuous mode power factor corrections and hard switching conditions. It is also intended for use as a free wheeling diode in power supplies and other power switching applications.
Q & A
- What is the repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) of the STTH8R06D? The VRRM is 600 V.
- What is the average forward current (IF(AV)) rating for the STTH8R06D? The IF(AV) is 8 A.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) for the STTH8R06D? The Tj is 175 °C.
- What are the typical forward voltage drop (VF) and reverse recovery time (trr) for the STTH8R06D? The VF is typically 1.4 V at IF = 8 A and Tj = 25 °C, and the trr is typically 25 ns.
- What are the available package types for the STTH8R06D? The available packages are TO-220AC, TO-220FPAC, and D2PAK.
- What is the junction to case thermal resistance (Rth(j-c)) for the TO-220AC and TO-220FPAC packages? For TO-220AC and D2PAK, Rth(j-c) is 2.2 °C/W, and for TO-220FPAC, it is 4.6 °C/W.
- What are the storage temperature range and surge non-repetitive forward current ratings? The storage temperature range is -65 to +175 °C, and the surge non-repetitive forward current is 80 A for tp = 10 ms sinusoidal.
- Does the epoxy used in the packaging meet any specific standards? Yes, the epoxy meets UL94, V0 standards.
- What is the recommended torque value for the TO-220AC package? The recommended torque value is 0.55 N·m.
- What are some typical applications for the STTH8R06D? Typical applications include boost diodes in continuous mode power factor corrections, hard switching conditions, and as free wheeling diodes in power supplies.
