Question

For high power applications _________ are used as static switches whereas for low power applications __________ are used.

(a) Transistors, SCRs

(b) SCRs, transistors

(c) Diodes, transistors

(d) SCRs, diodes

This question was addressed to me in homework.

The doubt is from Applications of Power Electronics-2 topic in section Applications, Cycloconverters and  Miscellaneous of Power Electronics

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) SCRs, transistors

The explanation: As SCR are of higher rating they are preferred in high power applications.