Triac

What does TRIAC stand for?

• Transistor Rectifier for Integrated Alternating Current

• Triode for Alternating Current Converter

• Triode for Alternating Current

• Tetraode for Alternating Current

How many layers does a TRIAC have?

• 4

• 1

• 3

• 5

What is the primary function of a TRIAC?

• Regulate voltage output

• Control AC power flow in both directions

• Control current flow in one direction

• Generate DC power flow

What is the symbol used to represent a TRIAC in a circuit diagram?

• Parallel connection of two transistors

• Combination of two thyristors connected in parallel but in opposite directions

• Single diode

• Series connection of two resistors

What are the two modes of operation for a TRIAC?

• Forward and Reverse

• Positive and Negative

• Quadrant I and Quadrant III

• Quadrant II and Quadrant IV

Explain the concept of gate triggering in a TRIAC.

• Gate triggering in a TRIAC involves applying a voltage pulse to the gate terminal to turn it on.

• Gate triggering in a TRIAC involves applying a current pulse to the gate terminal.

• Gate triggering in a TRIAC involves applying a voltage pulse to the anode terminal.

• Gate triggering in a TRIAC involves applying a voltage pulse to the cathode terminal.

What is the typical range of voltage and current ratings for a TRIAC?

• 500V to 1000V for voltage and 5A to 50A for current

• 300V to 700V for voltage and 3A to 30A for current

• 200V to 600V for voltage and 2A to 20A for current

• 400V to 800V for voltage and 4A to 40A for current

What are some common applications of TRIACs?

• Water purification, GPS tracking, Solar panel control

• Light dimmers, motor speed control, heating control, AC power control

What is the difference between a TRIAC and a thyristor?

• A TRIAC can conduct in both directions, while a thyristor can only conduct in one direction.

• A TRIAC can only conduct in one direction, while a thyristor can conduct in both directions.

• A TRIAC and a thyristor are the same component with different names.

• A TRIAC is a type of thyristor.

How does a TRIAC control the power delivered to a load?

• By adjusting the frequency of the AC voltage waveform.

• By increasing the resistance in the circuit.

• By changing the voltage source.

• By regulating the conduction angle of the AC voltage waveform.