What are rectifier diodes?

Answer 1

a diode current rectifier is a device that uses 4 diodes arranged in such a way that it converts alternating current into direct current

the arrangement is called a bridge rectifier

it is very simple in how it works but the best way to understand how it works would be to see a diagram of a bridge rectifier with the current directions marked out on it

When the input connected to the left corner is negative, and the input connected to the right corner is positive, current flows from the lower supply terminal to the right along the red (positive) path to the output, and returns to the upper supply terminal via the blue (negative) path.diode-bridge

Answer 2

HI,

DC rectifiers are diodes connected in a specific configuration. Sine they're similar to one way valves, if you think in terms of water through a pipe, they only allow electricity to flow in one direction. There are two types of configurations, half-wave (which uses two diodes) and full wave (which uses four diodes. Depending on your application, one may be preferable over the other.

Placing diagrams here wouldn't be efficient, so I suggest you `Google` rectifiers on the internet for more information.

Hope this helps,

Cubby

Answer 3

usually to convert AC to DC.