BR38

Series:	--
Packaging:	Bulk
Part Status:	Active
Diode Type:	Single Phase
Technology:	Standard
Voltage - Peak Reverse (Max):	800V
Current - Average Rectified (Io):	3A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If:	1V @ 1.5A
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr:	10µA @ 800V
Operating Temperature:	-65°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
Mounting Type:	Through Hole
Package / Case:	4-Square, BR-3
Supplier Device Package:	BR-3

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Diodes are used in many electrical and electronic circuits in order to control the flow of electricity. Bridge rectifiers, also known as BR38s, are the most commonly used type of diode in applications that require DC power. They are versatile components that can be used in a variety of situations, such as rectifying AC power to DC power, blocking AC power, providing isolation between two circuits, and controlling the direction of current flow. This article will explain the applications of BR38s and their working principle.A BR38 is composed of four individual diodes connected together in such a way as to form a bridge-like shape. Each of the four diodes has its anode connected to one of two segments of the bridge, while the cathode of each diode is connected to the other segment. With this arrangement, the BR38 can be used to quickly and efficiently rectify AC power to DC power, simply by alternating which side of the bridge the AC power is connected to.When a BR38 is used to rectify AC power to DC power, it works by allowing current to flow only in a single direction. This is because each diode can only conduct electricity in one direction (the anode to the cathode). When AC power is connected, one connection of the bridge will become more positive than the other, allowing electricity to flow through the diodes in a single direction. This process results in the conversion of an AC waveform to a DC waveform.As well as being used to rectify AC power, BR38s can be utilized in other applications. For instance, they can be used to block AC power by connecting the two sides of the bridge directly to each other. This creates a “short” across the bridge, so that any AC power connected to it will be blocked from passing through.BR38s can also be used to provide electrical isolation between two separate circuits. This is done by connecting one side of the bridge to one of the circuits, and the other side to the other circuit. This allows the electricity to flow through the diodes and bridge, but does not allow current to pass directly between the two circuits.One final application of BR38s is that they can be used to control the direction of current flow. By connecting the two sides of the bridge differently to the two circuits, it is possible to make the current flow in one direction, or the other. This can be useful in situations where the voltage need to be regulated.The working principle behind BR38s is quite simple. As previously mentioned, each diode can only conduct electricity in a single direction. Therefore, when AC power is connected to the bridge, the cathodes of the diodes will become more positive than the anodes and current will flow in a single direction. This allows the AC waveform to be converted to a DC waveform.BR38s are incredibly versatile components and have numerous applications across many types of electrical and electronic systems. They can be used to rectify AC power to DC power, block AC power, provide electrical isolation between two circuits, and control the direction of current flow. By understanding their working principle and understanding how to connect them correctly, BR38s can be used in a variety of different applications.

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