Overview
The TN1215-600G is a standard 12 A Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is designed to fit various control modes and is suitable for applications such as overvoltage crowbar protection, motor control circuits in power tools and kitchen aids, inrush current limiting circuits, capacitive discharge ignition, and voltage regulation circuits. The TN1215-600G is available in a D2PAK surface-mount package, offering optimized performance in a compact space.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| On-state RMS current, IT(RMS) | 12 | A |
| Repetitive peak off-state voltage, VDRM and VRRM | 600 | V |
| Triggering gate current, IGT | 15 | mA |
| Non repetitive surge peak on-state current, ITSM | 115 (tp = 8.3 ms, Tjinitial = 25 °C) | A |
| Critical rate of rise of on-state current, dI/dt | 50 (IG = 2 x IGT, tr ≤ 100 ns, F = 60 Hz, Tj = 125 °C) | A/µs |
| Peak gate current, IGM | 4 (tp = 20 µs, Tj = 125 °C) | A |
| Average gate power dissipation, PG(AV) | 1 | W |
| Storage junction temperature range, Tstg | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Operating junction temperature range, Tj | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Maximum peak reverse gate voltage, VRGM | 5 | V |
| Package | D2PAK |
Key Features
- On-state RMS current of 12 A, suitable for high-current applications.
- Repetitive peak off-state voltage options of 600 V, 800 V, and 1000 V, providing flexibility in various voltage environments.
- Triggering gate current options of 5 mA or 15 mA, allowing for different gate drive requirements.
- Available in through-hole and surface-mount packages (DPAK, D2PAK, IPAK), offering design flexibility and space optimization.
- High surge current capability, making it suitable for applications with transient currents.
- Critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) of 50 A/µs, ensuring robust performance under dynamic conditions.
Applications
- Overvoltage crowbar protection to safeguard against voltage spikes.
- Motor control circuits in power tools and kitchen aids for efficient and reliable motor operation.
- Inrush current limiting circuits to manage initial current surges in power supplies.
- Capacitive discharge ignition systems for high-energy pulse generation.
- Voltage regulation circuits to maintain stable voltage levels in various power systems.
Q & A
- What is the on-state RMS current of the TN1215-600G?
The on-state RMS current of the TN1215-600G is 12 A.
- What are the repetitive peak off-state voltage options for the TN1215 series?
The repetitive peak off-state voltage options are 600 V, 800 V, and 1000 V.
- What are the triggering gate current options for the TN1215-600G?
The triggering gate current options are 5 mA or 15 mA.
- In what packages is the TN1215-600G available?
The TN1215-600G is available in a D2PAK surface-mount package.
- What is the maximum peak reverse gate voltage for the TN1215-600G?
The maximum peak reverse gate voltage is 5 V.
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the TN1215-600G?
The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- What are some common applications of the TN1215-600G?
Common applications include overvoltage crowbar protection, motor control circuits, inrush current limiting circuits, capacitive discharge ignition, and voltage regulation circuits.
- What is the critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) for the TN1215-600G?
The critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) is 50 A/µs.
- Is the TN1215-600G RoHS compliant?
- What is the storage junction temperature range for the TN1215-600G?
The storage junction temperature range is -40 to +150 °C.
