For switching high-powered loads from a microcontroller, or for switching AC loads in general, most of us will reach into the parts bin and pull out a generic relay of some sort. Relays are ...

The triacs help control ac loads including electric heaters, inductive heating equipment, medium-power motors, and other small appliances. They are rated up to 600 V for mains-powered systems and are ...

Geneva—STMicroelectronics is calling its latest TRIACs as the first with 10mA gate sensitivity to be specified for operation up to 150°C without derating, enabling low-cost products for heaters, ...