The gate current of an SCR full-wave rectifier is adjusted to 1.2mA and the forward breakdown voltage of SCR corresponding to this gate current is 150V. The applied voltage is a sinusoidal voltage of 300V peak, the load resistance is 100 ohms and the holding current is zero. Determine the a) firing angle b) conduction angle c) average output voltage d) average current and e) average power

The gate current of an SCR full-wave rectifier is adjusted to 1.2mA and the forward breakdown voltage of SCR corresponding to this gate current is 150V. The applied voltage is a sinusoidal voltage of 300V peak, the load resistance is 100 ohms and the holding current is zero. Determine the a) firing angle b) conduction angle c) average output voltage d) average current and e) average power

Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781337399128

Author:Russell E. Smith

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Chapter12: Electronic Control Devices

Section: Chapter Questions

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