turn-on time

noun

The amount of time required for a device to change from a forward blocking mode to a forward conduction mode when a gate pulse is applied.

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Meanings

nounturn-on time (countable and uncountable, plural turn-on times)

plural turn-on times

  1. countableuncountablebusinessThe amount of time required for a device to change from a forward blocking mode to a forward conduction mode when a gate pulse is applied.
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APA

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