RBSOA characterization of GTO devices

GTO devices are characterized using a nondestructive RBSOA (reverse-bias safe operating area) tester. Breakdown phenomena observed in GTO testing are very much different from those of a BJTs. Explanation of the cause of the loss of device voltage blocking capability during turn-off is given. >

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