DocumentCode
2287855
Title
Characterisation of 3.3 kV asymmetrical thyristor for pulsed power application
Author
Chamund, D.J.
Author_Institution
Dynex Semicond., Lincoln, UK
fYear
2000
fDate
2000
Abstract
The test and preliminary measurements for a 3.3 kV asymmetrical thyristor were presented and its performance as a fast closing switch in pulse power conditions was assessed. Unlike the GTO and IGBT, which are targeted at fast turn off circuits, the ACR has been designed as a fast turn on switch. In comparison with similar voltage rating IGBTs or GTOs this 3.3 kV ACR has been shown to have superior performance for pulse current applications
Keywords
pulsed power switches; 3.3 kV; asymmetrical thyristor; fast closing switch; fast turn on switch; pulse power conditions; pulsed power application;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
iet
Conference_Titel
Pulsed Power 2000 (Digest No. 2000/053), IEE Symposium
Conference_Location
London
Type
conf
DOI
10.1049/ic:20000304
Filename
859581
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