Difference Between Half-Wave Rectifier and Full-Wave Rectifier
Properties | Half-Wave Rectifier | Full Wave Rectifier |
|---|---|---|
Definition | Converts one-half of AC input into DC output | Converts both halves of AC input into DC input |
Complexity | Consist of a single diode | It consists of a minimum of 2 diodes. |
Efficiency | It utilizes only half the AC cycle. | It utilizes the complete AC cycle. |
Voltage Regulation | Poor | Good |
Output Frequency | Equal to the input frequency | Twice the input frequency use both cycles. |
Output Voltage | Vavg = [Tex]\frac{Vm}{Pi} [/Tex] | Vavg = [Tex]\frac{2Vm}{Pi} [/Tex] |
Rectification Efficiency | 40.6% approx. | 81.2% approx. |
Application | Used for Low-Power application | used in high power supply. |
Types of Rectifier
A Rectifier is an electronic device that converts the alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC) by allowing a current to flow through the device in one direction only using one or more P-N junction diodes. Many circuits use DC voltage for operation. It can easily convert AC voltage or current into DC or voltage. A P-N junction diode allows the current to flow in a forward bias condition and blocks the current in a reverse bias condition. More simply we can say that a diode allows electric current to flow in a single direction. This property of the diode allows it to act as a rectifier and the process is called rectification.
Table of Content
- What is Rectifier?
- Types of Rectifier
- Difference Between Half-Wave Rectifier and Full Wave Rectifier
- Application of Rectifiers
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Rectifiers
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