STMicroelectronics AVS12 Automatic Voltage Switch User Manual

The AVS12 ® is an automatic voltage switch (SMPS < 500W) with high efficiency and safety switching.


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Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
7
File format
PDF
File size
269 KB
Published
11 April, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
AVS12
MD5 checksum
451EC09C67574CC1B9500F3CE8EC852A

About this manual

The AVS12 kit is an automatic mains selector (110/220 V AC) designed for SMPS applications under 500 W. It consists of a low‑consumption controller and a specially optimized triac that ensure safe voltage switching and high efficiency.

The document includes block diagrams, absolute maximum ratings, thermal resistance data, electrical characteristics, reset behaviour, typical application circuits, ordering information, and mechanical dimensions, helping designers integrate the device and service technicians perform maintenance.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Block Diagram
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Thermal Resistance
  • DC General Electrical Characteristics
  • Power‑On and Power‑Off Reset Behaviour
  • Typical Application
  • Ordering Information
  • Package Mechanical Data
  • Other Information

Specifications

Supply voltage (Vss)-12 V to 0.5 V
Oscillator frequency42 kHz – 46 kHz
Peak off‑state voltage (Vorm)+600 V
Maximum RMS on‑state current (Iams)12 A
Junction‑to‑ambient thermal resistance (Rth j‑a)60 °C/W
Recommended mounting torque0.8 m·N (max 1 m·N)

Frequently asked questions

What input voltage range does the AVS12 support?

The AVS12 works with 110 V or 220 V AC mains.

What is the maximum peak voltage the triac can block?

The triac can block up to +600 V.

What torque should be applied when mounting the device?

A recommended torque of 0.8 m·N, with a maximum of 1 m·N, should be used.

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