Semiconductor opening switch generator with a primary thyristor switch triggered in impact-ionization wave mode.

The results of the investigation involving a thyristor switch triggered in the impact ionization wave mode are presented. This switch is intended for operation as a primary switch in a nanosecond pulse generator with a semiconductor opening switch (SOS). The thyristor switch is based on commercial low-frequency tablet thyristors stacked in a joint assembly of up to 6 pieces connected in series.