1N4004-G Datasheet/PDFDiodes — Rectifiers — Single
A 1N4004-G is a diode rectifier, also known as a bridge rectifying diode. It is a type of diode designed specifically to convert an alternating current (AC) into a direct current (DC). It has a reverse voltage tolerance of 1000 volts, a direct current forward current of 1 Amp and a surge peak inrush current of 30 Amp.
A 1N4004-G consists of four diodes connected as a bridge. The negative terminal of an AC source is connected to one of the ends of the bridge, and the positive terminal is connected to the other end. The four diodes are connected in a pattern of anode-cathode-cathode-anode, allowing current to flow in one direction, while blocking current flow in the other direction. When the polarity of the power source is reversed, the voltage across the diodes is reversed, making the 1N4004-G a full wave rectifier.
A 1N4004-G is commonly used in power supplies, battery chargers, motor controllers, and many other DC-applications. It is a reliable and inexpensive device for rectifying AC signals and converting them to DC. In addition, the 1N4004-G has the ability to withstand large voltage surges and provide efficient heat dissipation. As a result, it is often used in high-power rectifiers, such as those found in industrial machines and high-power DC motor controllers.
The working principle of a 1N4004-G is simple. It is composed of four individual diodes connected in a bridge formation. As the current flows from the alternating power source to the diode bridge, the diodes act to block the flow of current in the opposite direction. As a result, the 1N4004-G can be used to convert AC power into DC power. The 1N4004-G is a versatile and reliable device that is widely used in a variety of DC applications.