# TRIAC, 400V, 12A, TO-220AB

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/MAC12DG/triac-400v-12a-to-220ab
**SKU**: MAC12DG
**Manufacturer**: LITTELFUSE
**Price**: €1.2700
**Stock**: 200+
**Lead Time**: 116 days (indicative)

## Description

Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage, Vdrm:400V; On State RMS Current IT(rms):12A; Triac Case Style:TO-220AB; Gate Trigger Current Max (QI), Igt:35mA; Gate Trigger Voltage Max 51AK5676

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Msl | MSL 1 - Unlimited |
| No. Of Pins | 3Pins |
| Product Range | - |
| Triac Case Style | TO-220 |
| Thyristor Mounting | Through Hole |
| Holding Current Max | 40mA |
| On State Rms Current | 12A |
| Peak On State Voltage | - |
| Gate Trigger Voltage Max | 1.5V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 125°C |
| Peak Non Repetitive Surge Current | - |
| Peak Repetitive Off State Voltage | 400V |

## Datasheet

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Thyristors **Datasheet** 

## **MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V ee 

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## **Description** 

The MAC12x is designed for high performance full−wave AC control applications where high noise immunity and commutating di/dt are required. 

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## **Features** 

   - High Commutating di/dt − 6.5 A/ms Minimum at 125°C 

- Blocking Voltage to 800 Volts 

- On−State Current Rating of 12 Amperes RMS at 70°C ■ Industry Standard TO−220 Package 

- Uniform Gate Trigger Currents in Three Quadrants, Q1, Q2, ■ High Surge Current Capability and Q3 − 100 Amperes 

- High Immunity to dv/dt − 250 ■ These Devices are Pb−Free V/µs Minimum at 125°C and are RoHS Compliant 

## **Additional Information** 

## **Functional Diagram** 

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## **Pin Out** 

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© 2022 Littelfuse, Inc. **1** Specifications are subject to change without notice. Revised: TK. 04/11/22 

Thyristors **Datasheet** 

**MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V 

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## **Maximum Ratings  (TJ = 25°C unless otherwise noted)** 

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Rating Symbol Value Unit<br>MAC12D 400<br>Peak Repetitive Off-State Voltage (Note 1) MAC12M VDRM, 600 V<br>(Gate Open, Sine Wave 50 to 60 Hz, TJ = 40° to 125°C) MAC12N  VRRM 800<br>On-State RMS Current  (Full Cycle Sine Wave, 60 Hz, TC = 70°C) IT  (RMS)  12 A<br>Peak Non-Repetitive Surge Current<br>(One Full Cycle Sine Wave, 60 Hz, TJ= 125°C) ITSM 100 A<br>Circuit Fusing Consideration (t = 8.3 ms) I [2] t 41 A²sec<br>Peak Gate Power  (Pulse Width ≤ 1.0 µs, TC = 80°C) PGM 16 W<br>Average Gate Power (t = 8.3 ms, TC = 80°C) PG(AV) 0.35 W<br>Operating Junction Temperature Range TJ -40 to +125 °C<br>Storage Temperature Range Tstg -40 to +150 °C<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


Stresses exceeding Maximum Ratings may damage the device. Maximum Ratings are stress ratings only. Functional operation above the Recommended Operating Conditions is not implied. Extended exposure to stresses above the Recommended Operating Conditions may affect device reliability. 

**1.** VDRM and VRRM for all types can be applied on a continuous basis. Ratings apply for zero or negative gate voltage; however, positive gate voltage shall not be applied concurrent with negative potential on the anode. Blocking voltages shall not be tested with a constant current source such that the voltage ratings of the devices are exceeded. 

## **Thermal Characteristics** 

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Rating Symbol Value Unit<br>Thermal Resistance, Junction−to−Case (AC) R Ɵ JC 2.2 °C/W<br>Junction−to−Ambient R Ɵ JA 62.5<br>Maximum Lead Temperature for Soldering Purposes, 1/8” from case for<br>10 seconds TL 260 °C<br>Electrical Characteristics - OFF  (TJ = 25°C unless otherwise noted ; Electricals apply in both<br>directions)<br>Characteristic Symbol Min Typ Max Unit<br>Peak Repetitive Blocking Current TJ = 25°C IDRM,  - - 0.01 mA<br>(VD = VDRM = VRRM; Gate Open) TJ = 125°C IRRM - - 2.0<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


**Electrical Characteristics - ON** (TJ = 25°C unless otherwise noted; Electricals apply in both directions) 

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Characteristic Symbol Min Typ Max Unit<br>Peak On−State Voltage (Note 2) (ITM = ±11 A) VTM – – 1.85 V<br>MT2(+), G(+) 5.0 13 35<br>Gate Trigger Current<br>(Continuous dc)  MT2(+), G(−) IGT 5.0 13 35 mA<br>(VD = 12 V, RL = 100 Ω) MT2(−), G(−) 5.0 13 35<br>Holding Current (VD = 12 V, Gate Open, Initiating Current = ±150 mA)) IH – 20 40 mA<br>Latching Current  MT2(+), G(+) _ 20 50<br>(VD = 24 V, IG = 35 mA) MT2(+), G(−) IL _ 30 80 mA<br>MT2(−), G(−) _ 20 50<br>MT2(+), G(+) 0.5 0.78 1.5<br>Gate Trigger Voltage<br>(VD = 12 V, RL = 100 Ω) MT2(+), G(−) VGT 0.5 0.70 1.5 V<br>MT2(−), G(−) 0.5 0.71 1.5<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


Product parametric performance is indicated in the Electrical Characteristics for the listed test conditions, unless otherwise noted. Product performance may not be indicated by the Electrical Characteristics if operated under different conditions. 

**2.** Indicates Pulse Test: Pulse Width ≤ 2.0 ms, Duty Cycle ≤ 2%. 

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Thyristors **Datasheet** 

**MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V 

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## **Dynamic Characteristics** 

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Characteristic Symbol Min Typ Max Unit<br>Rate of Change of Commutating Current See Figure 10.<br>(VD = 400 V, ITM = 4.4 A, Commutating dv/dt = 18 V/µs,Gate Open, TJ = 125°C,  di/dt(C) 6.5 − − A/ms<br>f = 250 Hz, No Snubber)<br>Critical Rate of Rise of Off-State Voltage dV/dt 250 500 − V/µs<br>(VD = Rated VDRM, Exponential Waveform, Gate open, TJ = 125°C)<br>Repetitive Critical Rate of Rise of On-State Current di/dt − − 10 A/µs<br>IPK = 50 A; PW = 40 µsec; diG/dt = 200 mA/µsec; f = 60 Hz<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Voltage Current Characteristic of SCR** 

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## **Quadrant Definitions for a Triac** 

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All polarities are referenced to MT1. With in phase signals (using standard AC lines) quadrants I and III are used 

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Thyristors **Datasheet** 

**MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V 

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**Figure 1. Typical Gate Trigger Current vs Junction Temperature** 

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**Figure 2. Typical Gate Trigger Voltage vs Junction Temperature** 

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**Figure 3. Typical Holding Current vs Junction Temperature** 

**Figure 4. Typical Latching Current vs Junction Temperature** 

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**Figure 5. Typical RMS Current Derating** 

**Figure 6. On-State Power Dissipation** 

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Thyristors **Datasheet** 

**MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V 

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**Figure 7. Typical On-State Characteristics** 

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**Figure 8. Typical Thermal Response** 

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Thyristors **Datasheet** 

**MAC12D, MAC12M, MAC12N** Surface Mount – 400V - 800V 

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## **Dimensions** 

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Inches Millimeters<br>Dim<br>Min Max Min Max<br>A 0.590 0.620 14.99 15.75<br>B 0.380 0.420 9.65 10.67<br>C 0.178 0.188 4.52 4.78<br>D 0.025 0.035 0.64 0.89<br>F 0.142 0.147 3.61 3.73<br>G 0.095 0.105 2.41 2.67<br>H 0.110 0.130 2.79 3.30<br>J 0.018 0.024 0.46 0.61<br>K 0.540 0.575 13.72 14.61<br>L 0.060 0.075 1.52 1.91<br>N 0.195 0.205 4.95 5.21<br>Q 0.105 0.115 2.67 2.92<br>R 0.085 0.095 2.16 2.41<br>S 0.045 0.060 1.14 1.52<br>T 0.235 0.255 5.97 6.47<br>U 0.000 0.050 0.00 1.27<br>V 0.045 --- 1.15 ---<br>Z --- 0.080 --- 2.04<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## **Part Marking System** 

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4<br>MAC12xG<br>YMXXX<br>TO 220AB<br>CASE 221A<br>1 2 3 STYLE 12<br>x =D, M, or N<br>Y =Year<br>M =Month<br>XXX =Lot Serial Code<br>G =Pb-Free Package<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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Pin Assignment<br>1 Main Terminal 1<br>2 Main Terminal 2<br>3 Gate<br>4 Main Terminal 2<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Ordering Information** 

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Device Package Shipping<br>MAC12DG<br>TO-220AB<br>MAC12MG 1000 Units / Box<br>(Pb-Free)<br>MAC12NG<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


**1.** Dimensioning and tolerancing per ansi y14.5m, 1982. 

**2.** Controlling dimension: inch. 

**3.** Dimension z defines a zone where all body and lead irregularities are allowed. 

**Disclaimer Notice** - Information furnished is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, users should independently evaluate the suitability of and test each product selected for their own applications.  Littelfuse products are not designed for, and may not be used in, all applications. Read complete Disclaimer Notice at http://www.littelfuse.com/disclaimer-electronics. 

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