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Component 2 Application of Electronics

Quick questions on High power switching: relays, MOSFETs, thyristors and PWM - Eduqas A-Level Electronics

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State the purpose of the flyback diode across a relay coil. [2 marks]
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State which device, a thyristor or a triac, is used to switch an AC load. [1 mark]
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A PWM signal drives a 10 V10\ \text{V} supply at 40 per cent duty cycle. Find the average voltage delivered. [2 marks]

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