The BTA08-800CW is a thyristor, also known as a TRIAC, manufactured by CJ and is constructed to TO-220AK industry-standard specifications. It is a RoHS-compliant component and has a maximum continuous load current of 8 A. The trigger voltage for this device is typically 1.5 V and it is capable of blocking voltages up to 800 V. It can handle switching currents up to 85 mA and has a maximum on-state voltage drop of 1.6 V. This component is typically used for applications that require high-power switching and control.