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Let of a thyristor Vc1, Vc2, Vc3 are forward break over voltage for gate current Ig1, Ig2, Ig3 respectively. Then________________?

Correct answer: B. Vc1 > Vc2 > Vc3 when Ig1 < Ig2 < Ig3.

  • A. Vc1 > Vc2 > Vc3 when Ig1 > Ig2 > Ig3.
  • B. Vc1 > Vc2 > Vc3 when Ig1 < Ig2 < Ig3.
  • C. Vc1 = Vc2 = Vc3 any value of Ig.
  • D. Vc1 > Vc2 > Vc3 when Ig1 ≥ Ig2 &Atil

Explanation

Increasing gate current assists thyristor turn-on and reduces its forward breakover voltage. Thus, if Ig1 < Ig2 < Ig3, then Vc1 > Vc2 > Vc3.

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