The BCR3AS-12B-T13 is a Triac manufactured by Renesas Electronics. This device is designed for AC power control applications, such as lighting control, motor speed control, and temperature control. The Triac provides bidirectional switching capability, making it suitable for controlling AC loads.

Applications:

• Lighting control (dimmers)
• Motor speed control (fans, small motors)
• Temperature control (heaters, ovens)
• Solid-state relays
• AC power switching

Features:

• High blocking voltage
• Low on-state voltage
• High surge current capability
• Sensitive gate triggering
• Bidirectional switching

Benefits:

• Enables precise AC power control
• Provides energy-efficient operation
• Offers reliable switching performance
• Simplifies control circuit design
• Ensures robustness against voltage transients

Technical Specifications:

The BCR3AS-12B-T13 has a repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM) of 600V, and its on-state RMS current (IT(RMS)) is 3A. The surge on-state current (ITSM) is 30A. The gate trigger current (IGT) is typically 5mA. It comes in a TO-92 package. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +125°C. The holding current (IH) is approximately 5mA, ensuring stable operation.

This Triac is used in a variety of consumer and industrial applications. Its high blocking voltage makes it suitable for applications with AC line voltages, and its low on-state voltage reduces power dissipation. The sensitive gate triggering simplifies the design of control circuits, and the high surge current capability provides added reliability under transient conditions. The TO-92 package allows for easy mounting on PCBs.