This is a product datasheet for the MAC228A series of silicon bidirectional triode thyristors. These devices are primarily designed for industrial and consumer applications for full wave control of ac loads such as appliance controls, heater controls, motor controls, and other power switching applications.
This document provides technical data for the Motorola MAC228 and MAC228A Series, which are silicon bidirectional triode thyristors designed primarily for industrial and consumer applications. These devices facilitate full wave control of AC loads such as appliance controls, heater controls, motor controls, and other power switching applications.
| On-State RMS Current (To = 80°C) | 8 Amps |
|---|---|
| Peak Non-repetitive Surge Current | 80 Amps |
| Operating Junction Temperature Range | -40 to 110 °C |
The devices can operate with a junction temperature between -40 and 110 °C.
The maximum mounting torque is 8 in. Ib.
The peak gate current rating is +2 Amps for pulses less than 2 microseconds.