Overview
The TYN612RG 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 TYN612RG is available in through-hole (TO-220AB) packages, offering optimized performance in a limited 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 |
| Package | TO-220AB | - |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Storage Junction Temperature Range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Rising Ratio Of Off Voltage (V/µs) (min) (@ Tj(max)) | 200 | V/µs |
| Peak Gate Current, IGM | 4 | A |
| Average Gate Power Dissipation, PG(AV) | 1 | W |
Key Features
- On-state RMS current, IT(RMS) of 12 A
- Repetitive peak off-state voltage, VDRM and VRRM of 600 V, 800 V, and 1000 V
- Triggering gate current, IGT of 5 mA or 15 mA
- Available in through-hole (TO-220AB) and surface-mount packages
- Halogen-free molding resin and lead-free packages
- Compliant with ECOPACK® environmental standards
Applications
- Overvoltage crowbar protection
- Motor control circuits in power tools and kitchen aids
- Inrush current limiting circuits
- Capacitive discharge ignition
- Voltage regulation circuits
Q & A
- What is the on-state RMS current of the TYN612RG? The on-state RMS current is 12 A.
- What are the repetitive peak off-state voltages available for the TYN612RG? The repetitive peak off-state voltages are 600 V, 800 V, and 1000 V.
- What is the triggering gate current for the TYN612RG? The triggering gate current is 15 mA.
- In which package is the TYN612RG available? The TYN612RG is available in the TO-220AB package.
- What is the operating junction temperature range for the TYN612RG? The operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125 °C.
- Is the TYN612RG compliant with environmental standards? Yes, it is compliant with ECOPACK® environmental standards.
- What is the rising ratio of off voltage for the TYN612RG? The rising ratio of off voltage is 200 V/µs (min) at Tj(max).
- What is the peak gate current for the TYN612RG? The peak gate current is 4 A.
- What is the average gate power dissipation for the TYN612RG? The average gate power dissipation is 1 W.
- What are some common applications of the TYN612RG? Common applications include overvoltage crowbar protection, motor control circuits, inrush current limiting circuits, capacitive discharge ignition, and voltage regulation circuits.
