What is RC Snubber?

Definition

A resistor-capacitor network connected across a semiconductor or relay contact to suppress voltage transients during switching. RC snubbers protect thyristors, IGBTs, and contactor contacts from damaging voltage spikes.

Related Terms

Snubber

A protective circuit, typically an RC or RCD network, placed across a switch or ...

Thyristor

A semiconductor switching device used in soft starters, DC drives, and power con...

Transient

A brief, unwanted voltage or current spike in an electrical circuit caused by sw...

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