Fairchild Semiconductor FOD420 Series Triac Drivers Datasheet

FOD420, FOD4208, FOD4216, and FOD4218 are 6-Pin DIP Triac Drivers with features including 300mA on-state current, high blocking voltage, high trigger sensitivity, and high static dv/dt. They are suitable for applications such as solid-state relays, industrial controls, lighting controls, static power switches, and AC motor starters.


Fairchild Semiconductor FOD420 Series Triac Drivers Datasheet - cover page
Brand
Fairchild
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
283 KB
Published
01 August, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

This document is a datasheet for the Fairchild Semiconductor FOD420, FOD4208, FOD4216, and FOD4218 devices, which are 6-pin DIP triac drivers. These components consist of an infrared emitting diode coupled to a hybrid random phase triac formed with two inverse parallel SCRs. They are designed for applications such as solid-state relays, industrial controls, lighting controls, and AC motor starters.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Applications
  • Description
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Typical Application
  • Typical Performance Curves
  • Carrier Tape Specifications

Specifications

On-state current300mA
Blocking voltage800V or 600V
Package type6 pin DIP dual in-line package
Operating Temperature-55 to +100 °C
Isolation Test Voltage5000 Vac(rms)
Peak On-State Current300 mA

Frequently asked questions

Is the device lead-free?

Yes, the device is lead-free and assembled with lead-free materials.

What is the maximum operating temperature for these triac drivers?

The devices can operate at temperatures up to +100 °C.

What is the maximum on-state current rating for the FOD420 series?

The devices support a maximum on-state current of 300 mA.

What is the critical rate of rise of off-state voltage for these drivers?

The devices have a critical dv/dt rating of 10,000 V/us.

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