Available either in through-hole or surface-mount
packages, the BTA16, 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
) complying with UL standards
RMS
(File ref.: E81734).
A2
G
A1
A2
A1
A2
G
D2PAK
(T16-G)
A1
A2
G
TO-220AB Insulated
(BTA16)
Table 2: Order Codes
Part NumberMarking
BTA16-xxxxxRG
BTB16-xxxxxRG
See page table 8 on
T16xx-xxxG
16A TRIACS
A2
A1
A2
G
TO-220AB
(BTB16)
page 8
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Table 3: Absolute Maximum Ratings
SymbolParameterValueUnit
2
PAK /
I
T(RMS)
I
TSM
²
I
tI
dI/dt
V
DSM/VRSM
RMS on-state current (full sine
wave)
Non repetitive surge peak on-state
current (full cycle, T
²
t Value for fusing
initial = 25°C)
j
Critical rate of rise of on-state cur-
= 2 x IGT , tr ≤ 100 ns
rent I
G
Non repetitive surge peak off-state
voltage
D
TO-220AB
TO-220AB Ins.
F = 50 Hzt = 20 ms160
F = 60 Hzt = 16.7 ms168
t
= 10 ms
p
F = 120 Hz
= 10 msTj = 25°C
t
p
= 100°C
T
c
= 15°C
T
c
T
= 125°C
j
16A
144
50A/µs
V
DSM/VRSM
+ 100
A
²
s
A
V
I
GM
P
G(AV)
T
stg
T
j
Tables 4: Electrical Characteristics (T
■ SNUBBERLESS and Logic Level (3 quadrants)
Peak gate current
Average gate power dissipation
Storage junction temperature range
Operating junction temperature range
= 25°C, unless otherwise specified)
j
t
= 20 µsTj = 125°C
p
SymbolTest ConditionsQuadrant
I
(1)
GT
V
GT
V
GD
(2)IT = 500 mA
I
H
I
L
dV/dt (2)
V
VD = V
T
IG = 1.2 I
V
(dV/dt)c = 0.1 V/µs
(dI/dt)c (2)
Without snubber
= 12 V RL = 33 Ω
D
RL = 3.3 kΩ
DRM
= 125°C
j
GT
= 67 %V
D
gate openTj = 125°C
DRM
I - II - IIIMAX.35103550mA
I - II - IIIMAX.1.3V
I - II - IIIMIN.0.2V
I - III
II60306080
T
= 125°C
j
T
= 125°C
j
= 125°C
T
j
4A
T
= 125°C
j
1W
- 40 to + 150
- 40 to + 125
°C
T16BTA16 / BTB16
Unit
T1635SWCWBW
MAX.35153550mA
50255070
MAX.
mA
MIN.500405001000V/µs
-8.5- -
MIN.
-3.0- -
A/ms(dV/dt)c = 10 V/µs
8.5-8.514
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■ Standard (4 quadrants)
BTA16, BTB16 and T16 Series
SymbolTest ConditionsQuadrant
BTA16 / BTB16
CB
I
(1)
GT
V
GT
V
GD
I
(2)IT = 500 mA
H
I
L
dV/dt (2)
V
= 12 V RL = 33 Ω
D
VD = V
IG = 1.2 I
= 67 %V
V
D
RL = 3.3 kΩ Tj = 125°C
DRM
GT
gate open Tj = 125°C
DRM
(dV/dt)c (2) (dI/dt)c = 7 A/ms
I - II - III
IV
MAX.
ALLMAX.1.3V
ALLMIN.0.2V
MAX.2550mA
I - III - IV
MAX.
II80120
MIN.200400V/µs
T
= 125°C
j
MIN.510V/µs
25
50
50
100
4060
Table 5: Static Characteristics
SymbolTest ConditionsValueUnit
V
(2)ITM = 22.5 A tp = 380 µsTj = 25°C
T
(2)
V
to
(2)
R
d
I
DRM
I
RRM
Note 1: minimum IGT is guaranted at 5% of IGT max.
Note 2: for both polarities of A2 referenced to A1.
Threshold voltage
Dynamic resistance
V
= V
DRM
RRM
Tj = 125°C
Tj = 125°C
Tj = 25°C
T
= 125°C
j
MAX.1.55V
MAX.0.85V
MAX.25mΩ
5µA
MAX.
2mA
Unit
mA
mA
Table 6: Thermal resistance
SymbolParameterValueUnit
R
th(j-c)
Junction to case (AC)
2
D
PAK / TO-220AB
1.2
TO-220AB Insulated2.1
R
th(j-a)
S = Copper surface under tab.
Junction to ambient
S = 1 cm
²
D2PAK
TO-220AB / TO-220AB Insulated60
45
°C/W
°C/W
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Figure 1: Maximum power dissipation versus
RMS on-state current (full cycle)
P(W)
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
0246810121416
I(A)
T(RMS)
Figure 3: RMS on-state current versus ambient
temperature (printed circuit board FR4, copper
thickness: 35µm) (full cycle)
I(A)
T(RMS)
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0.0
0255075100125
T (°C)
C
2
DPAK
(S=1cm )
2
Figure 2: RMS on-state current versus case
temperature (full cycle)
I(A)
T(RMS)
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
0255075100125
T (°C)
C
BTA
BTB / T16
Figure 4: Relative variation of thermal
impedance versus pulse duration
In order to meet environmental requirements, ST offers these devices in ECOPACK® packages. These
packages have a Lead-free second level interconnect . The category of second level interconnect is
marked on the package and on the inner box label, in compliance with JEDEC Standard JESD97. The
maximum ratings related to soldering conditions are also marked on the inner box label. ECOPACK is an
ST trademark. ECOPACK specifications are available at: www.st.com
TO-220AB delivery mode changed from bulk to tube.
ECOPACK statement added.
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