DESCRIPTION Available either in through-hole or surface-mount packages, the BTA/BTB16 and T16 triac series is suitable for general purpose AC switching. They can be used as an ON/OFF function in applications such as static relays, heating regulation, induction motor starting circuits... or for phase control operation in light dimmers, motor speed controllers,... The snubberless versions (BTA/BTB...W and T16 series) are specially recommended for use on inductive loads, thanks to their high commutation performances. By using an internal ceramic pad, the BTA series provides voltage insulated tab (rated at 2500V RMS) complying with UL standards (File ref.: E81734). ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS Symbol IT(RMS) RMS on-state current (full sine wave) Parameter TO-220AB Ins. ITSM I ²t dI/dt Non repetitive surge peak on-state current (full cycle, Tj initial = 25°C) I²t Value for fusing Critical rate of rise of on-state current 2 x IGT 20 µs VDSM/VRSM Non repetitive surge peak off-state voltage IGM PG(AV) Tstg Tj Peak gate current Average gate power dissipation Storage junction temperature range Operating junction temperature range Symbol Test Conditions Quadrant T16 T1635 IGT (1) VGT VGD (2) IL dV/dt VD = VDRM = 1.2 IGT 67 % VDRM gate open = 125°C MIN. (dV/dt)c = 10 V/µs Without snubber I - III II MIN. (dI/dt)c (2) (dV/dt)c = 0.1 V/µs II - III II - III II - III MAX. MIN. MAX. SW V/µs A/ms V mA Unit Symbol Test Conditions Quadrant BTA/BTB16 C IGT 12 V VGT VGD (2) IL dV/dt VD = VDRM = 1.2 IGT 67 % VDRM gate open I - III IV II MIN. II - III IV ALL MAX. MIN. MAX. V/µs V mA Unit Note 1: minimum IGT is guaranted 5% of IGT max. Note 2: for both polarities of A2 referenced to A1 Threshold voltage Dynamic resistance VDRM = VRRM Symbol Rth(j-c) Junction to case (AC) Parameter D²PAK TO-220AB Insulated Rth(j-a) Junction to ambient = 1 cm² D²PAK TO-220AB Insulated
