MCR100-8 is a triac device manufactured by Central Semiconductor. It is an 8-pin, three-terminal, sensitive gate, phase control thyristor used for phase control applications such as light dimming, speed control of fans, heat controls and power switching. It operates from 200V to 600V, has a maximum on-state current of 10A and Gate Trigger Voltage of 0.8V. It offers high switching frequency, high surge overload ratings and high dv/dt performance.