BT137-600E bidirectional thyristor

The BT137-600E is a bidirectional TRIAC (Triode for Alternating Current) designed for general-purpose AC switching and phase control applications. It can handle medium current loads and switch in both directions of the AC signal. The device is housed in a TO-220AB package, providing good thermal performance and mechanical robustness, making it suitable for various industrial and consumer electronic applications.

Key Features:

• High blocking voltage: 600V
• Medium current handling capability: 8A RMS
• Low gate trigger current: 35mA
• High surge current capability: 75A
• Standard TO-220AB package

Technical Specifications:

• Repetitive Peak Off-State Voltage (Vdrm): 600V
• Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage (Vrrm): 600V
• RMS On-State Current (It(RMS)): 8A
• Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current (Itsm): 75A (50Hz), 80A (60Hz)
• Gate Trigger Current (Igt): 35mA
• Holding Current (Ih): 20mA
• On-State Voltage (Vtm): 1.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C
• Package: TO-220AB

Applications:

• Light dimmers
• Motor speed controls
• Heating control systems
• Static switching
• AC switch
• Industrial and domestic lighting

Datasheet:
For detailed technical information, please refer to the BT137-600E Datasheet.