Datasheet Summary
Replaces September 2000 version, AN5177-3.0 w
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AN5177 Application Note
Improved Gate Drive For GTO Series Connections Application Note
AN5177-3.1 July 2002
INTRODUCTION
There are problems encountered with dynamic voltage sharing of series connected GTOs both at turn-on and turn-off. This application note will deal with the problems associated with turnoff and a further note will address turn-on problems. Switching high voltages using rectifier diodes or thyristors is routinely done using devices connected in series. With resistor and capacitor networks connected, 100...
