ON MOC3061M

Part points

• The MOC3061M is a chip used for opto-isolation applications. It is an 6-pin DIP designed for triggering triacs and is widely used in control systems for AC power switching. The chip integrates a phototransistor and an optically coupled isolated triac driver, providing high isolation voltage and reliable switching performance. It is commonly used in industrial and domestic applications to control power circuits with microcontrollers or other low-voltage devices.

• Equivalent

  The equivalent products of MOC3061M chip are MOC3061, MOC3062, MOC3063, MOC3061M2, MOC3062M, and MOC3063M.

• Features

  The MOC3061M is an optically isolated triac driver device. It features a zero-crossing detector circuit for precise control of AC loads, high isolation voltage, and low input trigger current. It is ideal for interfacing microcontrollers or digital systems to control AC loads in applications like lighting controls, motor controls, and power switching.

• Pinout

  The MOC3061M is an optocoupler consisting of a LED and phototriac. It has a 6-pin configuration, with pins 1, 2, and 3 dedicated to the LED section, and pins 4, 5, and 6 for the phototriac. The device provides electrical isolation between input and output, allowing control signals to be transmitted while maintaining high voltage protection.

• Manufacturer

  The manufacturer of the MOC3061M is Fairchild Semiconductor. It is an American company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of a wide range of semiconductor devices.

• Application Field

  The MOC3061M is commonly used for electrical isolation and interfacing applications in various industries, including power supplies, motor controls, HVAC systems, solid-state relays, and industrial automation. Its built-in optoisolator and zero-crossing TRIAC driver make it suitable for controlling AC loads and providing reliable isolation between the input and output circuits.

• Package

  The MOC3061M chip is packaged in a DIP form (Dual Inline Package), which has through-hole pins for connection to a circuit board. Its size is typically 0.6 inches in length and 0.3 inches in width.