overvoltage protection using IGBTs

[whiz115]

Hello

i want to make an overvoltage protection circuit for the 230V mains
but instead of varistors...or a circuit with thyristors...
i would like to try IGBTs if it is possible! i got one 600V/20A N-channel
but i don't know what to do since i got no idea how to use an igbt

can somebody help?

 

[Hero999]

IGBTs are designed for fast high voltage switching, not this kind of thing.

Stick with varistors for this kind of application.

 

[whiz115]

well...i thought i could use it for such purpose
but i guess not right?