trigger diode

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trigger diode [′trig·ər ′dī‚ōd]

(electronics)

A symmetrical three-layer avalanche diode used in activating silicon-controlled rectifiers; it has a symmetrical switching mode, and hence fires whenever the breakover voltage is exceeded in either polarity. Also known as diode ac switch (diac).

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