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 GBPC602-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 6A 200V, 4-Pin GBPC6
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HY Electronic Corp W06MG, Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A 600V, 4-Pin WOBM
VND245,412.00Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
HY Electronic Corp KBP310G, Bridge Rectifier, 3A 1000V, 4-Pin KBP
VND338,028.00Pack (1 Pack of 50) -
onsemi GBPC3510, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin GBPC
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Vishay B380C1500G-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 1.6A 600V, 4-Pin WOG
VND360,876.00Pack (1 Pack of 20) -
onsemi GBU8J, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 600V, 4-Pin GBU 4L
VND422,076.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay KBL08-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 4A 800V, 4-Pin KBL
VND471,036.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Fagor Electronica FB5006-B250/220-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 600V, 4-Pin Power
VND332,316.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Fagor Electronica FB5002-B80/70-50, Bridge Rectifier, 50A 200V, 4-Pin Power
VND371,484.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
onsemi GBPC1202, Bridge Rectifier, 12A 200V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND390,660.00Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Vishay DF005S-E3/77, Bridge Rectifier, 1A 50V, 4-Pin DF-S
VND276,624.00Pack (1 Pack of 20) -
Diodes Inc KBP08G, Bridge Rectifier, 1.5A 800V, 4-Pin KBP
VND416,976.00Tube (1 Tube of 35) -
Vishay KBL06-E4/51, Bridge Rectifier, 4A 600V, 4-Pin KBL
VND483,480.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay VS-36MT160, 3-phase Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1600V, 5-Pin D 63
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onsemi GBPC1201, Bridge Rectifier, 12A 100V, 4-Pin GBPC
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Vishay VS-36MT40, 3-phase Bridge Rectifier, 35A 400V, 5-Pin D 63
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HY Electronic Corp KBU810, Bridge Rectifier, 8A 1000V, 4-Pin KBU
VND424,320.00Pack (1 Pack of 16)
