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How to select a bridge rectifier diode

March 16, 2024 by mk

Characteristics of Diodes As shown in the figure, a diode is a component that can allow current to flow only in the direction of ▶. This is a nonlinear relationship in which the forward current \( V_{F} \) rapidly increases when a voltage is applied across the diode above the forward voltage \( V_{F} \). … Read more

Type of rectifier according to the number of diodes

October 10, 2023 by mk

A half-wave rectifier with one diode Commercial power is a sinusoidal wave of 50/60 Hz, which is a symmetrical waveform of positive and negative voltages at every half of the frequency. Rectifying only a positive voltage with one diode is called a half-wave rectifier. At this time, the diode charges the capacitor with a positive … Read more