BR88

Series:	--
Packaging:	Bulk
Part Status:	Active
Diode Type:	Single Phase
Technology:	Standard
Voltage - Peak Reverse (Max):	800V
Current - Average Rectified (Io):	8A
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Max) @ If:	1.1V @ 4A
Current - Reverse Leakage @ Vr:	10µA @ 600V
Operating Temperature:	-65°C ~ 125°C (TJ)
Mounting Type:	Through Hole
Package / Case:	4-Square, BR-8
Supplier Device Package:	BR-8

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Introduction

A Bridge Rectifier is an important type of diode used in many electrical circuits. Pronounced BR-88, the term refers to a four-terminal device based on an array of diodes connected in a bridge form across a voltage source. The bridge rectifier provides efficient levels of voltage conversion, rectification, and filtering for a variety of applications. In this article, we will look in detail at both the application field and the working principle of BR-88.

Applications

Bridge rectifiers are used in many different types of electrical applications, such as:

• Uninterrupted power supplies
• Power rectification
• DC motor control
• AC/DC charge controllers
• DC lighting systems
• AC/DC adapters
• Linear power supplies
• Switching power supplies

Bridge rectifiers are also used in a variety of other electronic applications, such as:

• Voltage level conversion
• DC stabilized power supply
• Power conversion for removable storage media
• DC/AC inverters
• Voltage regulators
• DC rectifiers
• AC/DC signal conversion
• Battery charging control

The BR-88 bridge rectifier is especially useful for “rugged” applications where it is necessary to withstand temperature changes, vibration and shock. In these types of applications, the bridge rectifier is used in order to protect the components that power the application, reduce maintenance costs and improve efficiency.

Technical Overview

The BR-88 bridge rectifier consists of four diodes connected in a “bridge” configuration across an AC voltage source. The bridge rectifier uses the diodes to convert AC power into DC power by blocking one half of the alternating waveform and allowing the other half to pass through. This process of converting AC to DC power is known as “rectification”.When the voltage source feeds alternating current through the diodes in the bridge rectifier, the diodes are activated by the positive part of the AC wave and deactivated by the negative part of the wave. This allows the positive current to pass through the bridge rectifier and back to the voltage source, while the negative current is blocked by the diodes.The bridge rectifier is also able to “smooth” out low frequency ripples and harmonics in the input AC waveform, resulting in a DC output waveform with less noise. This process is known as “filtering” and is often used in applications that require a clean and stable DC power output.

Conclusion

The BR-88 bridge rectifier is an important type of diode device used in many electrical and electronic applications. It provides efficient levels of voltage conversion, rectification, and filtering for a variety of different applications. Bridge rectifiers are especially useful for “rugged” applications where it is necessary to withstand temperature changes, vibration and shock. By understanding the applications and working principle of bridge rectifiers, engineers can effectively design and deploy powerful and reliable power systems for a variety of applications.

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