*2 minute rating (lower ratings are possible for longer periods; see example in Figure 10)
** 1 hour minimum without forced-air cooling
Size 2 long-term rating achievable with finned heatsink approx 250mm x 180mm, 0.5°C/W
Size 4 long-term rating achievable with finned heatsink approx 330mm x 200mm, 0.3°C/W
Size 6 long-term rating achievable with finned heatsink approx 330mm x 280mm, 0.2°C/W
Figure 10 Output current available for various durations of sustained current
demand