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Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

DIACDIAC: original educational illustration
Symbols

DIAC

A DIAC is a bidirectional triggering semiconductor device used in a documented control circuit. Its terminals and breakover characteristics are defined by the selected component.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A DIAC does not have the same controlled gate terminal as a TRIAC.

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RResistor: original educational illustration
Symbols

Resistor

A resistor representation identifies a resistive component in a circuit. Different drawing conventions can use different basic outlines, while additional qualifiers distinguish variable resistors, shunts or heating elements. The value, rating and purpose are separate annotations.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

IEC-style rectangular and other conventional resistor depictions can describe the same component concept, but qualifiers and documentation still matter.

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