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Download Solution PDFConsider the following statements with regard to a GTO:
1. The turn-off gain of the GTO is large.
2. Large negative gate current pulses are required to turn off the GTO.
3. GTO has a large reverse blocking capability.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDF- GTO is a four-layer, three junction semiconductor device with three external terminals, namely, the anode, the cathode and the gate.
- The main advantage of the GTO over the SCR is that it can be turned on or off by applying the proper pulse to the gate.
- The capability of the GTO to be turned on by a gate signal and also turned-off by a gate signal of negative polarity give it a unique capability within the thyristor family of devices.
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