P2600EALRP2

TVS - Thyristors

Thyristors are a class of solid-state semiconductor devices with a switching capability. In contrast to transistors, which can only switch on and off, thyristors have three states - On (forward conduction), Off (reverse blocking) and Holding (latched conduction). The thyristor’s structure is somewhat similar to that of a transistor type. It consists of four layers of alternate N- and P-type materials, with N-type serving as the main terminal for the thyristor and P-type being the main terminal for the devices that drive the thyristor.

P2600EALRP2 application field and working principle

P2600EALRP2 is a type of thyristor designed for high voltage applications. It has a high breakdown voltage of 2400V with an operating current of 6A and a one-shot pulse of 20A. It is used for switching large voltage and current levels such as motor drives, AC contactors and other electrical appliances. It features low temperature coefficient and fast turn-on time with an on-state voltage drop of only 0.35V.

The working principle of the P2600EALRP2 thyristor is based on the ability of bi-directional blocking. When a forward voltage is applied to the thyristor, the thyristor begins to conduct current and when the voltage is removed, the current will be blocked by the thyristor in the reverse direction. This feature makes it suitable for controlling AC circuits and allowing the current to flow in only one direction. It also has a high off-state leakage current of only 10µA, which makes it suitable for controlling power more accurately.

In addition, the P2600EALRP2 also features a reverse blocking capability, which allows it to be used in applications where reverse current cannot flow. It can also be used as a protective device in circuits that require protection against overcurrent. This thyristor also features a fast turn-off time of 2µs, which makes it suitable for switching off higher voltage and current levels quickly.

Overall, the P2600EALRP2 is an ideal choice for applications that require high voltage and current levels to be switched quickly and accurately. It is suitable for a variety of high voltage and current applications such as motor drives, AC contactors and other electrical appliances.