2KBP04M-M4/51

Diodes - Bridge Rectifiers - 2KBP04M-M4/51 Application Field and Working Principle

A bridge rectifier is an assembly of four diodes connected together in a bridge configuration that provides the same polarity of output voltage for either polarity of input voltage. As the most common arrangement of diodes for power conversion applications, the bridge rectifier provides a higher degree of efficiency and power density than the linear transformer circuits that are commonly used in traditional AC to DC power conversion designs.

The 2KBP04M-M4/51 is a bridge rectifier manufactured by Vishay Semiconductor, which is designed for AC to DC rectification applications. This bridge rectifier is suitable for applications including solar energy system, motor control, and industrial equipment, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and power supplies.

Features and Benefits

• Surge overload rating to 600A peak.
• High temperature metallurgically-bonded construction.
• Low forward voltage drop.
• High forward current capability.
• High surge current capability.
• High temperature metallurgically-bonded construction.
• High surge current capability.
• High efficiency.
• Standard lead-free finish for X1 and XM versions.

Application Field

The 2KBP04M-M4/51 bridge rectifier is used in a broad range of applications including motor control, uninterruptible power supplies, industrial equipment, solar energy systems, and conventional power supplies. This bridge rectifier can also be used in flyback converters, bridge converters, forward converters, and current-fed switching supplies.

The 2KBP04M-M4/51 is designed to withstand large thermal shock which makes it ideal for applications such as automotive and aircraft requiring high power density and high shock and vibration resistance. The high forward current capability of this bridge rectifier makes it suitable for use in high-power applications such as DC power converters, welding equipment, and AC-DC adapters.

Working Principle

The 2KBP04M-M4/51bridge rectifier works by routing the incoming AC current through four diodes arranged in a bridge configuration. When the AC input is applied to the input terminals, current flows from the positive AC voltage terminal through the upper two diodes, creating a forward bias across them. At the same time, current flows from the negative AC voltage terminal through the lower two diodes creating a reverse bias across them. This creates a closed loop, allowing current to flow in one direction only, creating the output DC voltage.

The 2KBP04M-M4/51 bridge rectifier also features built-in protection features that help protect the device from damage due to overcurrent, overvoltage and surge conditions. The device is also designed with thermally and mechanically (clamping) protected mounting points that offer improved thermal performance, reliability and long term stability.

Conclusion

The 2KBP04M-M4/51 bridge rectifier is a power conversion device designed for applications including motor control, industrial equipment, solar energy systems, uninterruptible power supplies, and conventional power supplies. The bridge rectifier features a high efficiency design, low forward voltage drop, and high surge current capability. The device is also designed with built-in safety features that help protect it from damage due to overcurrent, overvoltage, and surge conditions.