TZ240N32KOF Discrete Semiconductor Products

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The TZ240N32KOF is a thyristor module produced by a leading semiconductor manufacturer. It is a four terminal semiconductor device that can switch very large currents in applications that require reliable and consistent performance. The TZ240N32KOF can handle power ranges from one hundred to two and a half kilovolt-amperes (kVA). It has a glass passivated junction that increases the power ratings and improves the reverse blocking capability. This module is designed for use in power supplies, circuit breakers and other power grid applications.

The TZ240N32KOF is a three-phase, fourth order, fast-recovery, full-wave, over-current thyristor module, which is suitable for use in high-temperature industrial applications, such as electric arc furnace, steel rolling furnace, and other high-temperature equipment. It is also used in various AC and DC applications, such as solid-state relays, motor drives, and many more. It is also suitable for heavy motor control circuiting, such as high-speed train control and industrial energy management.

The TZ240N32KOF is composed of three thyristors, each connected in series at their anode and able to switch very large currents. Its nominal on-state voltage is 240 volts, and its typical ‘on’ voltage is twice that. It is typically used to switch currents up to 100 amps per leg, and has a maximum current rating of 300 amps for repetitive on-off operations with a combined specified peak current rating of 3800 Amps.

The TZ240N32KOF’s gate is insulated from the anode and the cathode. This allows the thyristor’s gate to be independently connected to a third voltage source. By controlling the voltage on this gate, the current flow through the thyristor’s own terminals is kept in check, allowing for precise control. It has a delay time of 10 microseconds or less and a maximum current latching of 7.5 times the rated current.

The TZ240N32KOF’s working principle can be summarized as the following. When the forward voltage across the anode and the cathode reaches the breakdown voltage, the thyristor will conduct current through its own terminals. This in turn allows more current to flow through the thyristor and to the load. Depending on the circuit arrangement, this current can be switched off or on by controlling the gate. This can be done by means of a digital signal, an analog signal or by manually controlling the gate voltage.

As for other thyristors, the TZ240N32KOF can be used in circuit breaker applications. It works as a fuse element, allowing a higher peak current rating than a normal fuse. This is achieved by the slow-down in current flow as the gate reaches its breakdown voltage. The TZ240N32KOF is also used in high-power over-voltage applications, such as ratings of up to two and a half kilovolt-amps. It can work as a start-stop switch, allowing for precise control of current flow in high-power switching applications. Finally, it has been used in industrial motor control applications, such as motor drives and energy management.

The TZ240N32KOF is an important module in any thyristor circuit. Its unique design allows it to switch current with high speed while offering parameters that are suitable for a wide range of industrial applications. Its over-voltage, over-temperature, and over-current protection help ensure that any load is safe and secure. As one of the leading thyristor suppliers, the TZ240N32KOF is a reliable and dependable module that can be used with great success in any industrial setting.

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