Phase-control
This circuit utilizes a Programmable Unijunction Transistor (PUT) for phase control of a Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR). The relaxation oscillator, created by Q2, manages the conduction of Q1, allowing control from 1 to 7.8 milliseconds or 21.6° to 168.5°. This setup enables control of over 97% of the power supplied to the load. Additionally, only one SCR is required to facilitate phase control for both the positive and negative halves of the sine wave by placing the SCR across the bridge formed by diodes D1 through D4.
The described circuit is an effective method for controlling the power delivered to a load in AC applications. The use of a PUT allows for precise phase control, which is essential in applications such as dimming lights or controlling motor speeds. The relaxation oscillator, represented by Q2, generates a timing signal that determines when Q1 will conduct. This timing can be adjusted to achieve a wide range of phase angles, thereby effectively controlling the power output.
The SCR's placement across the diode bridge enables it to manage the current flow during both the positive and negative cycles of the AC waveform. This dual-phase control is significant as it maximizes the efficiency of power delivery by allowing the SCR to turn on and off at specific intervals within each half-cycle. The diodes D1 through D4 in the bridge configuration ensure that the SCR can rectify the AC signal, delivering a controlled DC output to the load.
The circuit's design ensures minimal component usage while achieving high efficiency in power control. The ability to control over 97% of the power indicates a well-optimized system capable of handling various load conditions. Such a configuration is particularly useful in industrial applications where precise control of power is necessary for operational efficiency and performance.This circuit uses a PUT for phases control of an SCR. The relaxation oscillator formed by Q2 provides conduction control of Ql from 1 to 7.8 ms or 21.6° to 168.5°. This constitutes control of over 97% of the power available to the load. Only one SCR is needed to provide phase control for both the positive and negative portion of the sine wave by putting the SCR across the bridge-composed of diodes Dl through D4. 🔗 External reference
The described circuit is an effective method for controlling the power delivered to a load in AC applications. The use of a PUT allows for precise phase control, which is essential in applications such as dimming lights or controlling motor speeds. The relaxation oscillator, represented by Q2, generates a timing signal that determines when Q1 will conduct. This timing can be adjusted to achieve a wide range of phase angles, thereby effectively controlling the power output.
The SCR's placement across the diode bridge enables it to manage the current flow during both the positive and negative cycles of the AC waveform. This dual-phase control is significant as it maximizes the efficiency of power delivery by allowing the SCR to turn on and off at specific intervals within each half-cycle. The diodes D1 through D4 in the bridge configuration ensure that the SCR can rectify the AC signal, delivering a controlled DC output to the load.
The circuit's design ensures minimal component usage while achieving high efficiency in power control. The ability to control over 97% of the power indicates a well-optimized system capable of handling various load conditions. Such a configuration is particularly useful in industrial applications where precise control of power is necessary for operational efficiency and performance.This circuit uses a PUT for phases control of an SCR. The relaxation oscillator formed by Q2 provides conduction control of Ql from 1 to 7.8 ms or 21.6° to 168.5°. This constitutes control of over 97% of the power available to the load. Only one SCR is needed to provide phase control for both the positive and negative portion of the sine wave by putting the SCR across the bridge-composed of diodes Dl through D4. 🔗 External reference
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