Triac

GPTKB entity

Statements (33)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:microprocessor
gptkbp:canSwitch both halves of AC waveform
gptkbp:category bidirectional switch
gptkbp:controls alternating current (AC)
gptkbp:datasheetAvailableFrom gptkb:STMicroelectronics
gptkb:NXP_Semiconductors
gptkb:ON_Semiconductor
gptkbp:destroyedBy overcurrent
overvoltage
gptkbp:failureMode breakdown
latching
gptkbp:fullName Triode for Alternating Current
gptkbp:hasTerminal gptkb:MT1
gptkb:MT2
gate
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Triac
gptkbp:inventedBy 1960s
gptkbp:marketedAs various semiconductor manufacturers
gptkbp:operatesIn quadrants I, II, III, IV
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:SCR
thyristor
gptkbp:replacedBy mechanical relays in some applications
gptkbp:requires snubber circuit in inductive loads
gptkbp:symbol resembles two back-to-back SCRs
gptkbp:triggeredBy negative gate current
positive gate current
gptkbp:usedFor controlling AC power
gptkbp:usedIn light dimmers
solid-state relays
heater controls
motor speed controls
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Enemy_Soil
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7