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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HY Electronic Corp DB107, Bridge Rectifier, 1A 1000V, 4-Pin DB
VND162,766.00Tube (1 Tube of 50) -
Diodes Inc MSB30KH-13, Bridge Rectifier, 3A 800V, 4-Pin MSBL
VND166,840.00Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
Vishay VS-GBPC3512A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1200V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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HY Electronic Corp GBU610, Bridge Rectifier, 6A 1000V, 4-Pin GBU
VND176,540.00Tube (1 Tube of 20) -
Vishay VS-GBPC2502A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 200V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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Vishay VS-GBPC2506A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 600V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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Taiwan Semiconductor KBP205G C2, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 600V, 4-Pin KBP
VND179,062.00Tube (1 Tube of 25) -
Vishay VS-2KBB10R, Bridge Rectifier, 1.9A 100V, 4-Pin D 37
VND182,554.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Taiwan Semiconductor GBPC1506, Bridge Rectifier, 15A 600V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND182,554.00Tray (1 Tray of 2) -
Vishay VS-GBPC2510A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 1000V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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Vishay VS-GBPC3504A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 400V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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Taiwan Semiconductor GBPC2510, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 1000V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND184,882.00Tray (1 Tray of 2) -
Vishay VS-GBPC3506W, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 600V, 4-Pin GBPC-W
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Vishay VS-36MB100A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin D 34
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Vishay VS-2KBB10, Bridge Rectifier, 1.9A 100V, 4-Pin D 37
VND206,222.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay VS-26MB20A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 200V, 4-Pin D 34
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Vishay VS-2KBP08, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 800V, 4-Pin D 44
VND209,132.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay GBU4J-E3/45, Bridge Rectifier, 4A 600V, 4-Pin GBU
VND211,072.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay GBL06-E3/51, Bridge Rectifier, 4A 600V, 4-Pin GBL
VND214,758.00Bag (1 Bag of 5) -
Vishay VS-GBPC3510A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 1000V, 4-Pin GBPC-A
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Taiwan Semiconductor GBPC3504, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 400V, 4-Pin GBPC
VND217,474.00Tray (1 Tray of 2) -
Vishay VS-36MB40A, Bridge Rectifier, 35A 400V, 4-Pin D 34
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Vishay VS-2KBP10, Bridge Rectifier, 2A 1000V, 4-Pin D 44
VND227,950.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Vishay VS-26MB60A, Bridge Rectifier, 25A 600V, 4-Pin D 34
VND229,696.00