Current multiplication by using multiple thyristors

Z. Liu, A.J.M. Pemen, E.J.M. Heesch, van, G.J.J. Winands

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Abstract

This paper presents a circuit topology to obtain current multiplication by using multiple thyristors. To gain insight into this technique, an equivalent circuit model is introduced. Proper operation of the topology was demonstrated by experiments on a small-scale setup including three thyristors. One thyristor is triggered by a trigger circuit; the other two are autotriggered and require no external trigger circuit. The three thyristors could be synchronized automatically in sequence. During the closing process, the discharging of the energy storage capacitors via the thyristors is prevented. The discharging starts when all thyristors are closed, and the currents through each thyristor are simultaneous and identical. The output current is exactly three times the switching current. ©2008 American Institute of Physics
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1-3
Number of pages3
JournalReview of Scientific Instruments
Volume79
Issue number075101
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008

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