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Thyristors or ionics

Journal Article · · Energy Int.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6117345
Possibilities for applications of hvdc transmission are markedly improved by successful application of solid state devices in place of mercury arc valves. Power thyristors and diodes having a reverse blocking voltage of 3 to 4 kV are now being manufactured. Direct light beam controlled thyristors capable of handling 100 A at a reverse blocking voltage of 4 kV are available in laboratory design.
OSTI ID:
6117345
Journal Information:
Energy Int.; (United States), Journal Name: Energy Int.; (United States) Vol. 4:9; ISSN ENEIB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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