SCR
SCR, or Silicon Controlled Rectifier, is a type of semiconductor device used to control electrical power. It functions as a switch that can turn on and off electrical currents, making it essential in various applications like motor control, lighting, and power regulation. The SCR has four layers of semiconductor material and can handle high voltages and currents.
The operation of an SCR involves triggering it with a small current, allowing it to conduct electricity until the current drops below a certain level. This ability to control power efficiently makes SCR a key component in many electronic circuits and systems, including power supplies and inverters.