4 MODES OF WORKING

FORWARD BLOCKING REVERSE CONDUCTION

MODE MODE

REVERSE BLOCKING
MODE

FORWARD CONDUCTION
MODE
 FORWARD BLOCKING MODE

When the anode is positive with respect to cathode

J1, J3 – Forward Bias
J2- Reverse Bias
J2 blocks the flow of a positive current from anode to cathode

Terminal 1- Anode
Terminal 2- Cathode