Thyristors - SCRs
Thyristors - SCRs: Precision Power Control Components
Definition & Core Functionality
Thyristors - Silicon Controlled Rectifiers (SCRs) are critical semiconductor devices within the Discrete Semiconductor Products category, designed for high-efficiency power control in AC/DC circuits. As solid-state switches, SCRs excel in regulating high-voltage/high-current applications by triggering conduction with a gate signal and maintaining it until current drops below a threshold. Their unidirectional current flow makes them ideal for rectification, phase control, and surge protection in industrial and consumer electronics.
Key Types & Applications
1. Standard SCRs: General-purpose modules for motor controls, lighting systems, and power supplies.
2. Sensitive Gate SCRs: Low-trigger-current variants for precision circuits like medical equipment.
3. Phase-Control SCRs: Optimized for timing-dependent applications (e.g., dimmers, inverters).
4. High-Temperature SCRs: Robust designs for automotive/aviation systems.
Purchasing Recommendations
- Voltage/Current Ratings: Match device specs (e.g., VDRM, IT(RMS)) to operational demands, factoring in 20-30% overhead for safety.
- Gate Sensitivity: Select lower trigger currents (IGT) for low-power circuits; higher IGT ensures noise immunity in industrial settings.
- Packaging: TO-220/TO-263 packages balance heat dissipation and PCB space.
- Compliance: Prioritize UL/IEC-certified SCRs for regulated industries.
Why Choose SCRs?
SCRs offer unmatched reliability in harsh environments (e.g., temperature fluctuations, electrical noise), reducing maintenance costs versus mechanical switches. Their longevity (>100,000 cycles) and fast switching ( s-range) make them a cost-effective solution for energy-efficient designs.
Note: Pair with heat sinks for >5A applications to maximize lifespan.
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VS-22RIA20
SCR 200V 35A TO208AA
NTE5574
SCR 1.2KV 125A TO94
NTE308
SCR 800V 8A TO66
NTE5476
SCR 600V 8A TO64
SK010NRP
SCR 1KV 10A TO263
VS-25TTS12STRR-M3
SCR 1.2KV 25A TO263AB
S802CS2RP
SCR 800V 1.25A DO214
TS1220-600B
SCR 600V 12A DPAK
TN1205T-600B
SCR 600V 12A DPAK
TYN1012TRG
SCR 1KV 12A TO220AB
S8X8TSRP
SCR 800V 800MA SOT223
S4008DRP
SCR 400V 8A TO252
S4010NTP
SCR 400V 10A TO263
SJ6004DS2RP
SCR 600V 4A TO252
S4010DRP
SCR 400V 10A TO252
S6025NTP
SCR 600V 25A TO263
2N4172
TO 64 8 AMP SCR
S4010RS3TP
SCR 400MV 10A TO220AB
VS-ST700C20L0L
SCR 2KV 1857A B-PUK
EC103D3AP
SCR 400V 800MA TO92