40TPS12A - Vishay General Semiconductor - Diodes Division

Manufacturer Part Number

40TPS12A

Manufacturer

Vishay Semiconductors

Introduction

Thyristor SCR for controlled rectification and switching applications

Product Features and Performance

Voltage - Off State 1.2 kV

Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) (Max) 2.5 V

Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) (Max) 150 mA

Voltage - On State (Vtm) (Max) 1.85 V

Current - On State (It (AV)) (Max) 35 A

Current - On State (It (RMS)) (Max) 55 A

Current - Hold (Ih) (Max) 150 mA

Current - Off State (Max) 500 µA

SCR Type Standard Recovery

Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 125°C

Mounting Type Through Hole

Robust surge capability (Itsm) 600A @ 50Hz

Product Advantages

High voltage capability up to 1.2 kV

Standard recovery suitable for general purpose applications

High surge current capability to handle spikes

Key Technical Parameters

Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) 2.5 V

Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) 150 mA

On State Voltage (Vtm) 1.85 V

Average On State Current (It (AV)) 35 A

RMS On State Current (It (RMS)) 55 A

Hold Current (Ih) 150 mA

Non-Repetitive Surge Current (Itsm) 600A

Quality and Safety Features

Thermal and overcurrent protection features

Compliant with standard safety regulations and certifications

Compatibility

Designed to fit through-hole mounting with TO-247-3 package

Application Areas

Power supplies

Motor control circuits

Industrial equipment

Product Lifecycle

Status Obsolete

Check for replacement or upgrades if necessary

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High blocking voltage suitable for high voltage applications

Reliable in high temperature operations up to 125°C

Capable of handling high surge currents effectively

Through-hole package ensures easy mounting and thermal management

Widely applicable in various industrial power control tasks