Bridge Rectifier
Bridge Rectifier
Find out more about bridge rectifiers.
electronics | wind | waveFor most alternative energy applications, we require a direct current (DC) voltage to be generated - for example to charge a bank of batteries. However wind turbines and wave power generators create an alternating current (AC) voltage. This is where the
Bridge Rectifier comes in. The AC voltage generated is passed through a circuit of four diodes arranged as shown below and emerged converted into a more useful DC output.
If you would like to make your own bridge rectifier then the 1N4001 diode is perfect for most low voltage circuits where the current is less than 1A. The 1N5401 diode is used where the maximum current is 3A. They are extremely cheap at just a couple of pounds for a hundred on eBay. Click here for instructions on making your own bridge rectifier from diodes.
Article Last Modified: 15:33, 2nd Feb 2007
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