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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Vishay VS-26MB20A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 200V, 4-Pin D 34
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Vishay VS-36MB120A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1200V, 4-Pin D 34
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HY Electronic Corp KBU806, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 600V, 4-Pin KBU
VND278,066.67Pack (1 Pack of 16) -
Vishay DF005S-E3/77, Bridge Rectifier, 1A 50V, 4-Pin DF-S
VND283,715.88Pack (1 Pack of 20) -
onsemi MB6S-ON, Bridge Rectifier, 500mA 600V, 4-Pin SOIC
VND287,900.48Reel (1 Reel of 25) -
Vishay VS-2KBB10, Bridge Rectifier, 1.9A 100V, 4-Pin D 37
VND289,155.86Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
onsemi GBPC1201, Bridge Rectifier, 12A 100V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND292,922.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
HY Electronic Corp GBU1510, Bridge Rectifier, 15A 1000V, 4-Pin GBU
VND303,801.96Tube (1 Tube of 20) -
Vishay VS-2KBP10, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 1000V, 4-Pin D 44
VND318,029.60Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
HY Electronic Corp KBP206G, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 600V, 4-Pin KBP
VND319,703.44Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
onsemi GBPC3504W, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 400V, 4-Pin GBPC-W
VND326,817.26Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Fagor Electronica FB5006-B250/220-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin Power
VND340,835.67Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
HY Electronic Corp KBP310G, Bridge Rectifier, 3A 1000V, 4-Pin KBP
VND346,694.11Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
onsemi GBPC3510, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND351,087.94Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Vishay GBPC602-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 6A 200V, 4-Pin GBPC6
VND360,712.52Bag (1 Bag of 5) -
Vishay B380C1500G-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 1.6A 600V, 4-Pin WOG
VND370,127.87Pack (1 Pack of 20) -
Vishay GBU8K-E3/51, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 800V, 4-Pin GBU
VND372,638.63Bag (1 Bag of 5) -
Fagor Electronica FB5002-B80/70-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 200V, 4-Pin Power
VND381,007.83Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Vishay B80C1500G-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 1.6A 125V, 4-Pin WOG
VND390,004.72Pack (1 Pack of 20) -
Vishay VS-KBPC810PBF, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 1000V, 4-Pin D 72
VND396,909.31Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
onsemi GBPC1202, Bridge Rectifier, 12A 200V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND400,675.45Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
HY Electronic Corp GBJ5010, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 1000V, 4-Pin GBJ
VND406,115.43Tube (1 Tube of 15) -
Vishay VS-26MT60, 3-phase Bridge Rectifier, 25A 600V, 5-Pin D 63
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Diodes Inc KBP08G, Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A 800V, 4-Pin KBP
VND427,666.12Tube (1 Tube of 35)