Overview
The BT139-600G0TQ is a four-quadrant TRIAC (Triode for Alternating Current) produced by WeEn Semiconductors. It is designed for medium power switching applications and can handle loads up to 600V and 16A. This TRIAC is particularly useful in scenarios where bidirectional current switching is required, making it suitable for AC load switching and other similar applications. The BT139-600G0TQ is packaged in a TO-220 envelope, which is common for high-power devices, and it offers good thermal performance and noise immunity.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VDRM (Repetitive peak off-state voltage) | 600 | V |
| IT(RMS) (RMS on-state current) | 16 | A |
| ITSM (Non-repetitive peak on-state current) | 140 | A |
| IGT (Gate trigger current) | 5-35 (T2+ G+), 8-35 (T2+ G-), 10-35 (T2- G-), 22-70 (T2- G+) | mA |
| IL (Latching current) | 7-60 | mA |
| IH (Holding current) | 6-60 | mA |
| VT (On-state voltage) | 1.2-1.6 | V |
| VGT (Gate trigger voltage) | 0.7-1.5 | V |
| dV/dt (Critical rate of rise of off-state voltage) | 100-250 | V/µs |
Key Features
- Four-quadrant operation, allowing it to switch both positive and negative currents with either positive or negative gate current.
- High bidirectional transient and blocking voltage capability.
- Insensitive gate for noise immunity.
- TO-220 package with up to 20W power dissipation.
- Good thermal performance with thermal resistance junction to mounting base (Rth j-mb) of up to 1.2 K/W.
Applications
- Motor controllers: Suitable for controlling AC motors due to its ability to handle bidirectional currents.
- AC load switching: Ideal for switching AC loads during both positive and negative half-cycles.
- Pulse width modulators: Can be used in PWM applications to control the power delivered to the load.
- Medium power switching: General-purpose switching in industrial and domestic applications such as lighting and heating.
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak off-state voltage of the BT139-600G0TQ?
The maximum repetitive peak off-state voltage is 600V. - What is the RMS on-state current rating of the BT139-600G0TQ?
The RMS on-state current rating is 16A. - What is the non-repetitive peak on-state current of the BT139-600G0TQ?
The non-repetitive peak on-state current is 140A. - What are the gate trigger current ranges for the BT139-600G0TQ?
The gate trigger current ranges are 5-35 mA (T2+ G+), 8-35 mA (T2+ G-), 10-35 mA (T2- G-), and 22-70 mA (T2- G+). - What is the on-state voltage of the BT139-600G0TQ?
The on-state voltage is between 1.2V and 1.6V. - What is the critical rate of rise of off-state voltage for the BT139-600G0TQ?
The critical rate of rise of off-state voltage is between 100 V/µs and 250 V/µs. - What package type is the BT139-600G0TQ available in?
The BT139-600G0TQ is available in a TO-220 package. - What are some common applications of the BT139-600G0TQ?
Common applications include motor controllers, AC load switching, pulse width modulators, and medium power switching. - Why is the BT139-600G0TQ preferred over SCRs in some applications?
The BT139-600G0TQ is preferred because it can operate in all four quadrants, allowing it to switch both positive and negative currents, which is particularly useful in AC load switching. - What is the thermal resistance junction to mounting base for the BT139-600G0TQ?
The thermal resistance junction to mounting base (Rth j-mb) is up to 1.2 K/W.
