ESM740G PDF Datasheet – 300V, Frequency Thyristor, SCR

Part Number: ESM740G, ESM740 ( = TR03-400T )

Function: 300V, 3A, Thyristor

Package: TO-202 Type

Manufacturer: ST Thomson, STMicroelectronics

Images:

ESM740G pdf

 

Description

ESM740G is 300V, 3A, Thyristor, SCR. SCR stands for “Silicon-Controlled Rectifier.” It is a type of semiconductor device commonly used in electronics and electrical engineering for switching and controlling high-voltage and high-current applications. SCR is also sometimes referred to as a thyristor, and it is one of the most widely used thyristor devices.

The Thyristor brings the best compromise between a fast turn off time and a low gate trigger current for applications where fast switching and sensitive control is requested.

1. Unidirectional Conduction: Thyristors allow current to flow in only one direction, making them suitable for rectifying AC (alternating current) into DC (direct current).

2. Controlled Turn-On: Thyristors have a gate terminal that, when triggered with a sufficient voltage or current, allows them to switch from an off state to an on state. Once turned on, they remain in the conducting state until the current through them drops below a certain threshold or until a reverse voltage is applied.

3. High Voltage and Current Handling: Thyristors are designed to handle high voltages and currents, making them suitable for power control applications.

[…]

ESM740G datasheet thyristor

 

 

ESM740G PDF Datasheet


 

Similar features and reference parts

Related articles across the web

M16JZ47 SCR – 600V, 16A, Triode Thyristor (SM16JZ47A)

Part Number: M16JZ47, SM16JZ47A

Function: 600V, 16A, Triode Thyristor

Package: TO-220 Type

Manufacturer: Toshiba Semiconductor

Images:

M16JZ47 pdf scr

Description

A thyristor is a solid-state semiconductor device that is widely used in power control and switching applications. It is a four-layer, three-junction device with three terminals: anode, cathode, and gate.

Regarding the specifications you mentioned (600V, 16A), they represent the voltage and current ratings of the thyristor. A thyristor rated for 600V means that it can withstand a maximum voltage of 600 volts across its terminals. Similarly, a thyristor with a 16A rating indicates that it can handle a maximum current of 16 amps.

Thyristors are commonly used in various applications, including motor control, power supplies, lighting control, heating control, and high-power switching. They have the ability to handle high voltage and current levels and can be triggered into conduction by applying a gate current.

Applications Unit: mm l Repetitive Peak Off−State Voltage : VDRM = 400, 600V l R.M.S On−State Current l High Commutating (dv / dt) l Isolation Voltage : IT (RMS) = 16A : VISOL = 1500V AC MAXIMUM RATINGS CHARACTERISTIC SM16GZ47 SM16GZ47A SM16JZ47 SM16JZ47A SYMBOL RATING 400 VDRM 600 IT (RMS) ITSM I t di / dt PGM PG (AV) VGM IGM Tj Tstg VISOL 2 UNIT Repetitive Peak Off−State Voltage V R.M.S On−State Current (Full Sine Waveform Tc = 73°C) Peak One Cycle Surge On−State Current (Non−Repetitive) I t Limit Value Critical Rate of Rise of On−State Current (Note 1) Peak Gate Power Dissipation Average Gate Power Dissipation Peak Gate Voltage Peak Gate Current Junction Temperature Storage Temperature Range Isolation Voltage (AC, t = 1 min.)

Gate Trigger Current SM16GZ47A SM16JZ47A T2 (−) , Gate (+) T2 (+) , Gate (+) T2 (+) , Gate (−) T2 (−) , Gate (−) T2 (−) , Gate (+) mA II III IV Peak On−State Voltage Gate Non−Trigger Voltage Holding Current Thermal Resistance Critical Rate of Rise of Off−State Voltage SM16GZ47 SM16JZ47 SM16GZ47A SM16JZ47A SM16GZ47 SM16JZ47 SM16GZ47A SM16JZ47A VTM VGD IH Rth (j−c) ITM = 25A VD = Rated, Tc = 125°C VD = 12V, ITM = 1A Junction to Case, AC VDRM = Rated, Tj = 125°C Exponential Rise V V mA °C / W dv / dt V / µs ― ― V / µs ― Critical Rate of Rise of Off−State Voltage at Commutation (dv / dt) c VDRM = 400V, Tj = 125°C (di / dt) c = − 8.7A / ms MARKING – NUMBER *1 *2 *3 SYMBOL Toshiba Product Mark SM16GZ47, SM16GZ47A TYPE SM16JZ47, SM16JZ47A SM16GZ47A, SM16JZ47A M16GZ47 M16JZ47 A MARK *4 Example 8A : January 1998 8B : February 1998 8L :  […]

M16JZ47 Thyristor

M16JZ47 PDF Datasheet