Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following device is bidirectional?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFTRIAC allows the current in both directions and thus it is bidirectional.
SCR, GTO (Gate Turnoff Thyristor) and BJT allow the current in only one direction.
TRIAC:
- A TRIAC is equivalent to two SCRs joined together in parallel; It has two main terminal and one gate
- In the TRIACs, there will be single gate control conduction in both the directions
- It is a bidirectional device and in both the directions it will conduct
- It is available in high voltage ratings
- TRIAC is a 5-layer device
Last updated on Jun 2, 2025
-> The RRB NTPC Admit Card 2025 has been released on 1st June 2025 on the official website.
-> Railway Recruitment Board activated the RRB ALP application form 2025 correction link, candidates can make the correction in the application form till 31st May 2025.
-> The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official RRB ALP Notification 2025 to fill 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot posts.
-> The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the official RRB ALP Notification 2025 to fill 9,970 Assistant Loco Pilot posts.
-> The official RRB ALP Recruitment 2025 provides an overview of the vacancy, exam date, selection process, eligibility criteria and many more.
->The candidates must have passed 10th with ITI or Diploma to be eligible for this post.
->The RRB Assistant Loco Pilot selection process comprises CBT I, CBT II, Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
-> This year, lakhs of aspiring candidates will take part in the recruitment process for this opportunity in Indian Railways.
-> Serious aspirants should prepare for the exam with RRB ALP Previous Year Papers.
-> Attempt RRB ALP GK & Reasoning Free Mock Tests and RRB ALP Current Affairs Free Mock Tests here