MOC3020 Triac Driver Optoisolator IC – Non-Zero Cross DIP-6

Description

The MOC3020 is a high-reliability optoisolator IC specifically engineered to drive high-current power triacs or thyristors from low-voltage logic circuitry. It consists of a Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) infrared-emitting diode optically coupled to a light-activated silicon bilateral switch. This design effectively acts as a driver for AC loads while maintaining high-voltage galvanic isolation between the controller and the power circuit.

With a 400V peak blocking voltage and a high isolation voltage rating, the MOC3020 is an industry-standard choice for applications requiring random-phase control of AC-powered devices. Its robust construction makes it suitable for environments where motor control, lighting dimming, or appliance switching is required.

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Features

• High Isolation: 5.3 kV RMS (7.5 kV PK) protection to ensure safety for sensitive logic components.
• Blocking Voltage: 400V peak blocking voltage for reliable AC line interface.
• Performance: 100% factory-tested electrical parameters to guarantee quality.
• Application Versatility: Ideal for random-phase (non-zero crossing) power control.
• Package: Standard 6-pin dual-in-line (DIP-6) package for ease of through-hole assembly.

Benefits

• Enables safe, isolated control of AC loads from low-power microprocessors.
• Compact, cost-effective solution for power switching in consumer and industrial hardware.
• High isolation ratings prevent noise and surges from propagating into control logic.
• Industry-standard pinout simplifies PCB design and integration.

Applications

• AC Motor Control
• Power Triac Drivers
• Consumer Appliance Switching
• Printer Control Systems
• CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) Display Circuits
• Lighting and Dimmer Systems

Package Includes

• 1 x MOC3020 Triac Driver Optoisolator IC (DIP-6)

Specifications