scr triggering problem

hp1729

Joined Nov 23, 2015
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it would not trigger the gate when I hit the switch.
can anyone please explain to me why it wont work and suggest some solutions.
any suggestions would help
thanks!
see the picture below
The data sheet says max gate voltage should be 5 V, but I don't think that should prevent it from operating. Yes, 120 ohm looks right. You may want to limit the gate voltage.
 

crutschow

Joined Mar 14, 2008
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If S2 is closed then I seen no reason that the SCR shouldn't turn on when you close S1. :confused:
Are you certain that the SCR is wired correctly per its pinout shown on the data sheet?
 
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