Bridge Rectifiers
Bridge rectifiers are discrete semiconductors as they have a single semiconductor device i.e. a diode and are the opposite of an integrated circuit semiconductor which has various devices on a single piece of semiconductor. RS Components offer an extensive range of high-quality components from leading brands including ON Semiconductor, Vishay, IXYS and Semikron. You can find out more in our complete guide to bridge rectifiers.What do Bridge Rectifiers do?The diode bridge circuit was invented in 1895 and Leo Graetz designed a similar circuit, so they can also be known as a Graetz circuit or Graetz bridge. A bridge rectifier is built out of 4 or more diodes that are arranged in a specific configuration: the namesake bridge. This diode bridge can convert an input of alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), a basic function for most electronic devices. It also provides the same output polarity for either input polarity. These devices work with a two-wire AC input, have two diode drops in their design and offer full-wave rectification.What are Bridge Rectifiers used for?Bridge Rectifiers are commonly used in power supplies that provide necessary DC voltage for the electronic components or devices and are found in various applications such as home appliances and white merchandise. Also, such devices are popular with electronic hobbyists who enjoy constructing circuits. Rectifiers are usually classified into single-phase and three-phase and then split again into uncontrolled, half controlled and full controlled rectifiers. They come in various package and mounting types including screw mount, surface mount and through-hole.What are the advantages of Bridge Rectifiers?A high peak inverse voltage (PIV) which is ideal for high voltage applications A high transformer utilisation factor Constructed with or without a transformer – does not need a centre tap transformer.What are the disadvantages of a Bridge Rectifier?Disadvantages of bridge rectifiers More expensive than other rectifiers as it requires four diodes Not ideal when a small voltage is required to be rectified Since bridge rectifiers are discrete devices, some of them need to be purchased along with other devices to achieve the desired functionality for which they are intended. For some engineering needs, the ability to purchase discrete semiconductors makes prototyping and production more affordable.
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Diodes Inc DF1506S-T, Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A 600V, 4-Pin DF-S
VND133,666.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
Diodes Inc GBU610, Bridge Rectifier, 6A 1000V, 4-Pin GBU
VND634,962.00Tube (1 Tube of 20) -
Diodes Inc KBP08G, Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A 800V, 4-Pin KBP
VND416,518.00Tube (1 Tube of 35) -
Diodes Inc MSB30KH-13, Bridge Rectifier, 3A 800V, 4-Pin MSBL
VND166,840.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
Fagor Electronica FB5002-B80/70-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 200V, 4-Pin Power
VND362,004.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Fagor Electronica FB5006-B250/220-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin Power
VND360,258.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Fagor Electronica FB5006-B250/220-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin Power
VND15,700,614.00Box (1 Box of 100) -
HY Electronic Corp D2KB6, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 600V, 4-Pin D3K
VND122,220.00Tube (1 Tube of 30) -
HY Electronic Corp DB107, Bridge Rectifier, 1A 1000V, 4-Pin DB
VND257,632.00Tube (1 Tube of 50) -
HY Electronic Corp GBJ5006, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin GBJ
VND471,808.00Tube (1 Tube of 15) -
HY Electronic Corp GBJ5010, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 1000V, 4-Pin GBJ
VND484,612.00Tube (1 Tube of 15) -
HY Electronic Corp GBJ806, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 600V, 4-Pin GBJ
VND191,284.00Tube (1 Tube of 15) -
HY Electronic Corp GBU1510, Bridge Rectifier, 15A 1000V, 4-Pin GBU
VND255,498.00Tube (1 Tube of 20) -
HY Electronic Corp GBU610, Bridge Rectifier, 6A 1000V, 4-Pin GBU
VND187,792.00Tube (1 Tube of 20) -
HY Electronic Corp KBP206G, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 600V, 4-Pin KBP
VND319,324.00Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
HY Electronic Corp KBP310G, Bridge Rectifier, 3A 1000V, 4-Pin KBP
VND347,066.00Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
HY Electronic Corp KBPC2506, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 600V, 4-Pin KBPC
VND1,062,732.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
HY Electronic Corp KBPC3510, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin KBPC
VND5,602,138.00Box (1 Box of 50) -
HY Electronic Corp KBPC3510, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin KBPC
VND1,245,674.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
HY Electronic Corp KBPC5006, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin KBPC
VND1,201,636.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
HY Electronic Corp KBPC5010, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 1000V, 4-Pin KBPC
VND1,613,304.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
HY Electronic Corp KBU806, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 600V, 4-Pin KBU
VND277,614.00Pack (1 Pack of 16) -
HY Electronic Corp KBU810, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 1000V, 4-Pin KBU
VND434,560.00Pack (1 Pack of 16) -
HY Electronic Corp SBR3510, 3-phase Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 5-Pin SBR
VND870,090.00Pack (1 Pack of 5)