VS-ST180C04C1

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The VS-ST180C04C1 is a silicon controlled rectifier (SCR). It is part of a group of semiconductor components called thyristors, which are used for switching and for controlling current in electronic systems. The main application of the VS-ST180C04C1 is to control the flow of electricity in high power applications such as lighting, motors, generators, and various types of machinery.

SCRs are made from silicon that forms a P-N junction between two semiconductor layers - one high doping level, and one low doping level. This P-N junction causes a small electric current to be passed through it when an appropriate voltage is applied. The junction is in the "off" position until a high enough voltage is applied to turn it "on".

The VS-ST180C04C1 has three main pins: a gate, a cathode, and an anode. The gate electrode is the control electrode and is used to turn the junction on and off. The cathode is a positively-charged electrode and the anode is a negatively-charge electrode. When a positive voltage is applied to the gate, it turns on the junction and a current starts flowing through the SCR. The current is then determined by the current rating of the SCR. The voltage drop across the junction is determined by the voltage rating of the SCR.

The VS-ST180C04C1 has a continuous current rating of 180 amps and a peak pulse current rating of 600 amps. It has an instantaneous off-state voltage (VO) of 400 volts, an average forward current (IF) of 180 amps, a maximum on-state voltage (VT) of 1.2 volts, and a junction temperature (Tj) rating of 150°C. The SCR also has a surge stopper that limits the maximum current it can handle which is set at 7-10 times the rated forward current. The SCR is rated for up to 2500 switch operations per hour.

The VS-ST180C04C1 can be used in applications ranging from high power switching and motor control to light dimmers, soft start circuits, and pulse-width modulated (PWM) control. It can be used to control the speed of motors and fan motors, as well as lighting systems. As it is capable of handling very high current levels, it can also be used in reversing applications such as motor reversing.

The VS-ST180C04C1 is a versatile device that is widely used in a variety of applications. Its design allows it to provide reliable and stable performance. With its ability to handle high currents, and its high switching speeds, the VS-ST180C04C1 is an ideal choice for a variety of applications.

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