The BTA12 AW is a snubber‑less triac designed for phase‑control and static switching of inductive or resistive loads. It offers a high surge current capability of up to 120 A and an insulating voltage rating of 2500 V, making it suitable for demanding applications.
The document provides detailed absolute ratings, thermal resistance values, gate and electrical characteristics, as well as mechanical package data for the TO‑220AB (CB‑415) plastic case. Graphs illustrate the relationship between on‑state current, temperature, and power dissipation.
| RMS on‑state current (360° conduction angle, 85 °C) | 12 A |
|---|---|
| Holding current (t = 40 ms) | 72 A |
| Insulating voltage | 2500 V |
| Junction‑to‑ambient thermal resistance | 60 °C/W |
| Gate trigger current (initial) | 1409 µA |
The BTA12 AW can carry up to 12 A RMS on‑state current at 85 °C.
The device is rated for an insulating voltage of 2500 V.
The junction‑to‑ambient thermal resistance is 60 °C/W.