Overview
The TYN840RG is a standard Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) produced by STMicroelectronics. This component is designed to handle high current and voltage requirements, making it suitable for various industrial and power management applications. The TYN840RG offers superior performance in peak voltage robustness and high surge current capabilities, thanks to its clip assembly technology.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| On-state rms current (IT(RMS)) | 40 | A |
| Repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) | 800 | V |
| Triggering gate current (IGT) | 3.5 - 35 | mA |
| Non-repetitive surge peak on-state current (ITSM) | 480 | A (tp = 8.3 ms, Tj = 25°C) |
| Critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) | 50 | A/µs (Tj = 125°C) |
| Maximum peak reverse gate voltage (VRGM) | 5 | V |
| Storage junction temperature range | -40 to +150 | °C |
| Operating junction temperature range | -40 to +125 | °C |
| Package type | TO-220AB |
Key Features
- High on-state rms current of 40 A, suitable for high power applications.
- Repetitive peak off-state voltage of 800 V, providing robust voltage handling.
- Low triggering gate current of 3.5 - 35 mA, facilitating easy control.
- High non-repetitive surge peak on-state current of 480 A, ensuring reliability under transient conditions.
- Superior performance in high surge current capabilities due to clip assembly technology.
- Lead-free package and epoxy meeting UL94, V0 standards for environmental compliance.
Applications
- Overvoltage crowbar protection circuits in power supplies.
- In-rush current limiting circuits.
- Solid state relays (in back to back configuration).
- Welding equipment.
- High power motor control circuits.
Q & A
- What is the on-state rms current of the TYN840RG?
The on-state rms current (IT(RMS)) of the TYN840RG is 40 A.
- What is the repetitive peak off-state voltage of the TYN840RG?
The repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM, VRRM) of the TYN840RG is 800 V.
- What is the triggering gate current range for the TYN840RG?
The triggering gate current (IGT) range for the TYN840RG is 3.5 - 35 mA.
- What is the non-repetitive surge peak on-state current of the TYN840RG?
The non-repetitive surge peak on-state current (ITSM) of the TYN840RG is 480 A for a pulse duration of 8.3 ms at Tj = 25°C.
- What is the critical rate of rise of on-state current for the TYN840RG?
The critical rate of rise of on-state current (dI/dt) for the TYN840RG is 50 A/µs at Tj = 125°C.
- What is the maximum peak reverse gate voltage for the TYN840RG?
The maximum peak reverse gate voltage (VRGM) for the TYN840RG is 5 V.
- What are the storage and operating junction temperature ranges for the TYN840RG?
The storage junction temperature range is -40 to +150°C, and the operating junction temperature range is -40 to +125°C.
- What package type is the TYN840RG available in?
The TYN840RG is available in the TO-220AB package type.
- What are some common applications of the TYN840RG?
The TYN840RG is commonly used in overvoltage crowbar protection circuits, in-rush current limiting circuits, solid state relays, welding equipment, and high power motor control circuits.
- Does the TYN840RG meet environmental compliance standards?
