Why triac is known as bidirectional device?It can switch both halves of an AC waveform, that's why it is called a bidirectional device. ... The TRIAC is an ideal device to use for AC switching applications because it can control the current flow over both halves of an alternating cycle. A thyristor is only able to control them over one half of a cycle. - Study24x7
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Why triac is known as bidirectional device?
It can switch both halves of an AC waveform, that's why it is called a bidirectional device. ... The TRIAC is an ideal device to use for AC switching applications because it can control the current ...

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