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In a circuit using a full wave converter (M - 2 connection) the PIV of each thyristor is 400 V. For the same output voltage and fully controlled bridge converter, PIV will be

400 V
800 V
200 V
2002 V

Correct Answer: 200 V

Explanation:

In bridge connection PIV is half of that in M-2 connection.

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