Q6006R5TP TRIAC 600V 6A Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Q6006R5TP is a standard TRIAC thyristor manufactured by Littelfuse Inc., rated for 600V off-state voltage and 6A on-state current in a TO-220AB through-hole package. This component is active in production and ROHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are necessary when the primary part is unavailable, when alternative manufacturers are preferred for supply chain optimization, or when parametric upgrades to higher current ratings are required within the same voltage class and package footprint.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Q6006R5TP
Voltage - Off State	600 V
Current - On State (It (RMS)) (Max)	6 A
Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) (Max)	1.3 V
Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) (Max)	50 mA
Current - Hold (Ih) (Max)	50 mA
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
Package / Case	TO-220-3
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Configuration	Single
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Q6006R5TP are classified into two categories based on electrical and mechanical compatibility:

MFR Recommended Substitutes maintain identical or superior electrical characteristics within the 600V voltage class and TO-220-3 package. These parts are directly interchangeable or represent functional upgrades:

Current rating upgrades (8A, 10A, 12A) are acceptable substitutes when higher current capacity is required
Gate trigger voltage remains constant at 1.3V across standard TRIAC variants
Gate and hold current specifications remain at 50mA maximum
Operating temperature range is maintained at -40°C to 125°C
All parts maintain TO-220-3 through-hole package compatibility
Alternistor (Snubberless) variants provide enhanced EMI performance while maintaining electrical compatibility

Parametric Equivalent represents an exact electrical match from an alternative manufacturer:

BTA06-600BRG provides identical 6A current rating and 600V voltage specification
Maintains all trigger and hold current parameters
Identical operating temperature range and package configuration

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Triac Type	Voltage (V)	Current (A)	Vgt (Max)	Igt (Max)	Ih (Max)	Temp Range	Package
Q6006R5TP	Littelfuse Inc.	Standard	600	6	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA06-600BRG	STMicroelectronics	Standard	600	6	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA08-600BRG	STMicroelectronics	Standard	600	8	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA08-600BWRG	STMicroelectronics	Alternistor - Snubberless	600	8	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA10-600BRG	STMicroelectronics	Standard	600	10	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA10-600BWRG	STMicroelectronics	Alternistor - Snubberless	600	10	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA212-600B/DG,127	NXP USA Inc.	Standard	600	12	1.5 V	50 mA	60 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTA312-600B,127	WeEn Semiconductors	Standard	600	12	1.5 V	50 mA	60 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTB08-600BRG	STMicroelectronics	Standard	600	8	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTB08-600BWRG	STMicroelectronics	Alternistor - Snubberless	600	8	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3
BTB10-600BWRG	STMicroelectronics	Alternistor - Snubberless	600	10	1.3 V	50 mA	50 mA	-40°C ~ 125°C	TO-220-3

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Equivalent (Parametric Match): BTA06-600BRG from STMicroelectronics is the parametric equivalent, offering identical electrical specifications and package configuration. This part is ROHS3 compliant and maintains active product status.

Current Rating Upgrades (8A, 10A, 12A): Parts with higher current ratings (BTA08, BTA10, BTA212, BTA312, BTB08, BTB10 series) are suitable when circuit design permits increased current capacity. All maintain 600V voltage rating, TO-220-3 package, and -40°C to 125°C operating range. Gate trigger voltage remains at 1.3V for 6A and 8A/10A variants; 12A variants specify 1.5V maximum.

Alternistor (Snubberless) Variants: BTA08-600BWRG, BTA10-600BWRG, BTB08-600BWRG, and BTB10-600BWRG provide Snubberless™ technology while maintaining identical gate trigger and hold current specifications. These are suitable for applications requiring reduced EMI without circuit modification.

Compliance & Availability: All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and carry active product status. Inventory availability varies by part number and manufacturer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can BTA06-600BRG replace Q6006R5TP directly? A: Yes. BTA06-600BRG is a parametric equivalent with identical voltage (600V), current (6A), gate trigger voltage (1.3V), and operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C). Both use TO-220-3 through-hole packages.

Q: Are 8A and 10A rated TRIACs compatible with a 6A circuit design? A: Higher current-rated parts are mechanically and electrically compatible in TO-220-3 packages with identical voltage and gate trigger specifications. Circuit operation is determined by load requirements and gate drive characteristics, which remain constant across these variants.

Q: What is the difference between standard and Alternistor (Snubberless) variants? A: Alternistor variants incorporate snubberless technology for reduced EMI performance. Electrical parameters including voltage, current, gate trigger, and hold current remain identical to standard variants. Package and mounting are unchanged.

Q: Do 12A rated parts (BTA212, BTA312) have different gate trigger specifications? A: Yes. 12A variants specify maximum gate trigger voltage of 1.5V compared to 1.3V for 6A, 8A, and 10A parts. Hold current is also specified at 60mA maximum versus 50mA for lower current ratings.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same packaging? A: All listed substitutes use TO-220-3 through-hole packages. Supplier device packages are designated as TO-220 or TO-220AB, which are compatible footprints for the same mounting configuration.

Q: Which manufacturers supply these TRIAC substitutes? A: STMicroelectronics, NXP USA Inc., and WeEn Semiconductors provide the listed substitute parts. All are active products with ROHS3 compliance.

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