P2300Q12ALRP

Thyristors are an important part of the TVS family of semiconductor devices. They are a three terminal semiconductor device designed to control the flow of current. The P2300Q12ALRP is a thyristor designed for medium power applications. It is a dual-in-line package with a lead form total of 6 pins.

The P2300Q12ALRP has an average on-state current of 12A and can continuously run at a junction temperature of 150°C. It can be used in switching applications, like for motor speed control, AC motor drives, and AC line-side phase control applications. It also offers efficient motor operation while ensuring very low losses.

When the voltage applied to the gate reaches the gate trigger voltage, the thyristor gets activated and allows current to flow. Once activated, the thyristor stays in the “on” state until the amount of voltage across the anode-cathode terminals drops below the holding voltage. The holding voltage is generally much lower than the activation voltage. The P2300Q12ALRP has a maximum gate trigger voltage of 4.5V and maximum operating voltage of 1200V. The device has an extremely low holding current of 0.408mA.

The device is designed for safety critical applications like in medical and industrial tools, in consumer electronics, and in automotive control systems. It operates at zero lag in current and is HDR (high dV/dt) rated, with an avalanche breakdown voltage of 700V. This makes it suitable for switch-mode power supply applications and for blowing fuses in overcurrent and overvoltage. Additionally, the device is designed to prevent latch-up.

The P2300Q12ALRP is a robust device that is highly reliable. It is designed for a long service life and offers low power dissipation. Additionally, its components are RoHS compliant, ensuring that it meets all environmental and safety regulations. The device comes with a warranty of two years.