How does Rectifier Work?
A rectifier is an electrical device which is used to convert AC current into DC current. Rectifier does this process by allowing current (I) to flow through any device and the process taking place here is called rectification.
Rectifier works by using diodes which are like one-way valves for electricity. A rectifier can take one or more diodes to convert the positive or negative half cycle of the AC inputs DC outputs. Rectifiers generates an DC voltage by rectifying any one cycle of the AC supply and the reverse operation of this above process is called Inverter and the process called inversion in electricity.
Rectifiers Circuits
It plays a vital role in DC power supplies for converting AC signal into DC signal. P-N junction diode have lot of applications and Rectifier circuits are one of them. In simple words the electronic circuit which performs rectification is called rectifier circuit. By using this circuit we can able to convert electrical signals.
Rectifier
Rectifier is an electronic component that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), ensuring a unidirectional flow of electric charge. As we know, electricity reaches our homes from power grids in the form of AC, but most commonly used electric appliances, such as mobile phones, computers, televisions, fridges, etc operate on direct current (DC). Therefore, the rectifier becomes a very useful component in electronics.
This article provides a detailed understanding of the electrical component known as a rectifier, including its types such as full-wave and half-wave rectifiers, controlled and uncontrolled rectifiers, etc. In addition to that, we will learn about various specific rectifiers such as the Mercury Arc Rectifier, Selenium Rectifier, and Precision Rectifiers.
Table of Content
- What are Rectifiers?
- How does Rectifier Work?
- Types of Rectifiers
- Half Wave Rectifier
- Full Wave Rectifier
- Bridge Rectifiers
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