Practice mode Electrical Engineering

What should happen to the gate signal once a thyristor has turned on properly?

Correct answer C. Gate signal must be removed

Explanation

After the anode current exceeds the latching value, the thyristor stays on by itself, so the gate signal should be removed to cut gate losses and avoid extra junction heating.

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