Triac LED Driver

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The triac is a type of thyristor that controls electrical current flowing through it by means of a gate signal. It's commonly used as an on/off switch in applications where a high level of precision isn't necessary, such as motor control circuits and lighting systems. The triac operates similarly to a diode or transistor but can handle higher power levels due to its three-layer structure. In electronic circuit design, the triac is often employed for tasks that require the ability to turn electrical current on and off with minimal loss of energy. For instance, in a simple dimmer switch for lighting systems, the triac would be used to control the flow of electricity passing through the light bulb.