Re: GDT --> Optron

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Original poster: Steve Ward <steve.ward@xxxxxxxxx>

I see it the exact *opposite* way.  GDTs are easy to wind, do not
allow cross conduction by default, and are easier than opto-coupler.
Drawbacks of using opto-couplers... 1) each switch needs its own
isolated power supply, 2) you can accidentally turn on more than 1
opto when you shouldnt, 3) optos add some delays (though you can get
really fast ones), and 4) higher parts count.

GDTs only seemed like a headache before i actually made one and saw
how simple they are to make function properly.

On 2/1/06, Tesla list <tesla@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Original poster: "Alexander Turkin" <alex_3@xxxxxxx>
>
> Hello everyone
>
>  Why do we have to use GDT in the SSTC? Mess with ferrite types,
> winding, coupling, leakage inductance..............
>  Why not using an optical coupler? Simple and
> reliable............... No headache with 
transformers..........................
>  What do you think??????????
>
> Alex
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