Integrated gate-commutated thyristor
| Component type | Active |
|---|---|
| First produced | ABB Mitsubishi |
| Pin names | anode, gate and cathode |
| Electronic symbol | |
The integrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT) is a power semiconductor electronic device, used for switching electric current in industrial equipment. It is related to the gate turn-off (GTO) thyristor.
It was jointly developed by Mitsubishi and ABB. Like the GTO thyristor, the IGCT is a fully controllable power switch, meaning that it can be turned both on and off by its control terminal (the gate). Gate drive electronics are integrated with the thyristor device.