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A 100 KV SWITCH FOR RAPID DISCHARGE OF HIGH ENERGY CAPACITATORS

Journal Article · · J. Sci. Instr.

A pressurized, low inductance switch (250 nh) operating between 40 and 100 kv and up to 30 ka for discharging low inductance capacitors is described. The breakdown time of the switch is about 60 nsec, with a jitter of less than 20 nsec. (auth)

Research Organization:
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, Abingdon, Berks, Eng.
NSA Number:
NSA-17-004782
OSTI ID:
4752381
Journal Information:
J. Sci. Instr., Journal Name: J. Sci. Instr. Vol. Vol: 39
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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