Littelfuse announced an additional five series of high-temperature Alternistor TRIAC switching thyristors. The thyristors are designed for use as semiconductor switches in appliances and equipment powered by line AC voltages up to 250VRMS.
Available in five compact, surface-mount and through-hole packages, these components expand the Littelfuse TRIAC product line by making high 150°C maximum junction temperature devices available in 600V to 800V with ratings of 12A, 16A, 25A, 30A and 40A.
This combination of high-temperature capabilities, space-saving packaging, and choice of current ratings makes them well-suited for Internet of Things (IoT) smart home applications that require compact design but don’t involve continuous high currents. Potential applications including:
- Kitchen and Home Appliances
- Tankless Water Heaters
- Electric Tools
- Lighting Dimmers
The high-temperature Alternistor TRIACs include these key benefits:
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Easier thermal management, especially in application with limited or no heat sinking.
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Mechanically and thermally robust clip-attach packages offer higher field reliability.
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Enables designers to use smaller board sizes in low power applications.
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Ensures higher surge capability to withstand short-duration overload conditions.
High-temperature TRIACs are available in these popular packages: TO-220AB, TO-220 Isolated, TO-263 (D2-PAK), TO-218 Isolated (TOP3 Ins) and TO-218X Isolated with loop leads unique to Littelfuse. Sample requests may be placed through authorized Littelfuse distributors worldwide.
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