TYN612TRG STMicroelectronics SCR (Transistor Outline, Vertical) In Stock
TYN612TRG is a 12 A, 600 V silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) from STMicroelectronics in a TO-220AB package. It features a maximum gate trigger current of 0.2 mA and holding current of 15 mA, making it suitable for AC power control and motor drive applications.
- Manufacturer
- STMicroelectronics
- Package
- Transistor Outline, Vertical
- Pin Count
- 3
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TYN612TRG Datasheet PDF
- Category
- SCR
- Price
- From $0.2298(MOQ 10)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 12 A continuous on-state current with 600 V repetitive peak off-state voltage
- Low gate trigger current of 0.2 mA max for easy microcontroller interfacing
- TO-220AB (R-PSFM-T3) through-hole package for robust thermal management
- Critical rate of rise of off-state voltage minimum 40 V/µs for reliable switching
- Holding current maximum 15 mA for stable latching behavior
Applications
The TYN612TRG is widely used in AC power control circuits such as light dimmers, temperature regulators, and motor speed controllers. Its 600 V blocking voltage and 12 A current rating make it well-suited for industrial heating systems and soft-start motor drives. It is also applied in relay replacement circuits and overvoltage protection systems requiring robust thyristor switching.
Specifications
| Factory Lead Time | 15Weeks |
| YTEOL | 6.43 |
| Case Connection | ANODE |
| Configuration | SINGLE |
| Critical Rate of Rise of Off-State Voltage-Min | 40V/us |
| DC Gate Trigger Current-Max | 0.2mA |
| DC Gate Trigger Voltage-Max | 1.3V |
| Holding Current-Max | 15mA |
| JEDEC-95 Code | TO-220AB |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PSFM-T3 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Leakage Current-Max | 2mA |
| Non-Repetitive Pk On-state Cur | 146A |
| Number of Elements | 1 |
| On-state Current-Max | 8000A |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | FLANGE MOUNT |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| RMS On-state Current-Max | 12A |
| Repetitive Peak Off-state Voltage | 600V |
| Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage | 600V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Position | SINGLE |
| Trigger Device Type | SCR |
| Package | Transistor Outline, Vertical |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8541.30.00.80 |
| Country of Origin | Mainland China |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for TYN612TRG:
STMicroelectronics Silicon Controlled Rectifier, 12A I(T)RMS, 8A I(T), 600V V(DRM), 600V V(RRM), 1 Element, TO-220AB
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the maximum voltage and current ratings of the TYN612TRG?
The TYN612TRG supports a repetitive peak off-state voltage of 600 V and a continuous on-state current of 12 A, making it suitable for mid-power AC control applications. These ratings allow reliable operation in industrial and consumer power systems.
How sensitive is the TYN612TRG gate, and can it be driven directly from a microcontroller?
The TYN612TRG has a maximum DC gate trigger current of 0.2 mA and a maximum gate trigger voltage of 1.3 V, making it highly sensitive and easily driven from logic-level outputs or optocoupler circuits. A simple resistor divider or gate drive IC can interface it with 3.3 V or 5 V microcontrollers.
Which industrial applications benefit most from using the TYN612TRG over a standard TRIAC?
Applications requiring unidirectional control—such as DC motor soft-start, battery chargers, and phase-controlled heating elements operating below 600 V and 12 A—benefit from the SCR topology. The TYN612TRG's 40 V/µs dV/dt rating provides stable switching in noisy industrial environments where TRIACs may trigger spuriously.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10+ | $0.6400 | $6.40 |
| 100+ | $0.5700 | $57.00 |
| 500+ | $0.4500 | $225.00 |
| 1000+ | $0.2298 | $229.80 |
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