Philips Semiconductors BT137 Series D Data Sheet
Summary
Glass-passivated sensitive gate triacs for bidirectional switching and phase control. Available in 500V/600V ratings with 8A RMS on-state current in TO-220AB package. Logic-level gate trigger interfaces directly to microcontrollers and logic ICs. Datasheet covers limiting values, thermal resistance, and switching characteristics. For AC power control in appliances and lighting.
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Triacs BT137 series D logic level
GENERAL DESCRIPTION QUICK REFERENCE DATA Glass passivated, sensitive gate SYMBOL PARAMETER MAX. MAX. UNIT triacs in plastic envelope, intended for use in general purpose BT137- 500D 600D
bidirectional switching and phase VDRM Repetitive peak off-state voltages
control applications. These devices IT(RMS) RMS on-state current are intended to be interfaced directly ITSM Non-repetitive peak on-state current to microcontrollers, logic integrated circuits and other low power gate trigger circuits.
PINNING - TO220AB PIN CONFIGURATION SYMBOL PIN DESCRIPTION
main terminal 1
main terminal 2
tab main terminal 2
LIMITING VALUES Limiting values in accordance with the Absolute Maximum System (IEC 134). SYMBOL PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN. MAX. UNIT
VDRM Repetitive peak off-state
voltages
IT(RMS) RMS on-state current full sine wave; Tmb ≤ 102 ˚C ITSM Non-repetitive peak full sine wave; Tj = 25 ˚C prior to
on-state current surge
t = 20 ms t = 16.7 ms
I2t I2t for fusing t = 10 ms A2s d IT/dt Repetitive rate of rise of ITM = 12 A; IG = 0.2 A;
on-state current after d IG/dt = 0.2 A/µs triggering T2+ G+ A/µs
IGM Peak gate current VGM Peak gate voltage PGM Peak gate power PG(AV) Average gate power over any 20 ms period 0.5 Tstg Storage temperature -40 ˚C Tj Operating junction ˚C
temperature
1 Although not recommended, off-state voltages up to 800V may be applied without damage, but the triac may switch to the on-state. The rate of rise of current should not exceed 6 A/µs.
September 1997 Rev 1.200
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Manual Details
| Brand | Philips |
|---|---|
| Pages | 6 |
| File Size | 47.91 KB |
| Published | July 04, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum RMS on-state current for the BT137 series?
The maximum RMS on-state current (I_T(RMS)) is 8 A for both the 500D and 600D variants.
Can the BT137 be driven directly by a microcontroller?
Yes, it is designed for direct interfacing with microcontrollers and low-power logic gate trigger circuits.
What is the maximum repetitive peak off-state voltage for the BT137-600D?
The maximum repetitive peak off-state voltage (V_DRM) for the BT137-600D is 600 V.
What are the different gate trigger quadrants supported?
It supports all four trigger quadrants: T2+ G+, T2+ G-, T2- G-, and T2- G+.