BT169 AI Analysis:
Specs, Applications & Alternatives

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BT169 product

BT169

Discrete Semiconductor Products

SCRThyristorSensitive GateSMD

The BT169 is a sensitive gate SCR designed for low-power switching applications, featuring a 400V blocking voltage and 0.5A average current capacity in a compact SOT-89 SMD package.

Best for

  • AC motor speed control
  • Solid state relays
  • Home appliance switching

Avoid if

  • High-power industrial switching
  • Applications requiring high dV/dt immunity without external snubbers

Check before use

  • Gate resistor (RGK) values
  • Junction temperature derating

Key specifications

VDRM/VRRM
400 V
IT(RMS)
0.8 A
IGT
200 uA

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
-
REACH
-
MSL
-
ECCN
-
HTSUS
-

Application

Motor ControlHome Appliances

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Questions & answers

The BT169 is a sensitive gate Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) from KEXIN, optimized for low-current switching and control applications in consumer electronics.