S6016NRP Discrete Semiconductor Products

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Thyristors - SCRs are semiconductor power devices used to control electric power. The S6016NRP is a silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) that can be used to control a variety of power applications. The applications and working principles are discussed in this article.

Applications of S6016NRP

The SCR S6016NRP is a silicon technology, 16A, 600V, standard recovery diode, which is suitable for many applications. These applications include motor control, lighting control, electric furnace control, AC control, and induction heating control. The S6016NRP has an integrated surge current holding capability and is suitable to use as an AC switch in induction heating. In electric furnaces, the S6016NRP is ideal as a heating element controller, and as a switch to prevent overheating. In motor control, it is commonly used to control stepper motors or other motors used in industrial and commercial applications. It is also used in lighting control applications to protect burnt out light bulbs or to control the lighting of large public spaces.

Working Principle of S6016NRP

The working principle of the S6016NRP is based on how it is triggered. When the gate current of the S6016NRP is more than the specified minimum current (known as the firing current), the SCR is triggered and start to conduct current. When this gate current is removed, the SCR will continue to conduct current until the current drops below the rated threshold. This is known as the Holding Current. The gate current only needs to be supplied for a short time to turn on the SCR, and to turn it off.The S6016NRP has an integrated surge current handling capability, which allows the SCR to handle high voltage surges and to protect it from damage. This also allows the S6016NRP to be used as an AC switch in induction heating applications.The S6016NRP has a short circuit rated temperature of 125°C and a maximum operating temperature of between -40°C and 150°C. This allows the S6016NRP to be used in a wide range of temperatures, which makes it suitable for many applications.

Conclusion

The S6016NRP is a silicon controlled rectifier that is suitable for many industrial, commercial and residential power applications. The S6016NRP has an integrated surge current handling capability, allowing it to be used in induction heating applications as well as other high voltage applications. The specified temperature range and current handling capabilities make the S6016NRP an excellent choice for controlling electric power in many applications.

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