FR1K-13 Discrete Semiconductor Products

FR1K-13 application field and working principle

The FR1K-13 Single Diode Rectifier, also known as a FR1K-13, is a true single-phase diode rectifier which is widely used in a variety of applications, including power supply units both for portable and stationary applications. The FR1K-13 incorporates a Zener diode element for improved temperature stability. The FR1K-13, when operated in a comfortable environment and within the appropriate design considerations, is capable of withstanding a surge current of up to 700 A.

Working Principles:

The operation of a single diode rectifier is based on the PN-junction diode\'s characteristics, which allows current to flow in one direction only. This is known as Rectification. The FR1K-13 has an internal resistor (R1) to limit current when it is under high load current. This is known as voltage regulation.The FR1K-13 operates in a very simple manner. An AC voltage is applied to the primary side of the rectifier and is then converted to a DC voltage through the PN-junction diode characteristics. The transformed DC voltage appears on the secondary side of the rectifier.

Applications:

The FR1K-13 is commonly used in a wide range of applications, including uninterruptible power supplies, welders and automotive audio systems. It is also used in industrial and energy-conscious applications such as rectifier-source circuits and high-efficiency LED lighting systems.Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) are generally used to provide consistent, reliable power to electronic equipment and networks. The FR1K-13 rectifier is used to convert AC input voltage to a regulated DC output voltage, which then supplies power to the UPS\'s load.Welders rely on the FR1K-13 for their power source. They use the single diode rectifiers to convert an AC input voltage to a high-power DC output voltage which is used to power the welding transformer.The FR1K-13 is found in automotive audio systems, where it is used to convert the car battery\'s 12V DC power to a much higher voltage, which is required by the audio system\'s amplifier, subwoofers and speakers.In industrial and energy-conscious applications, the FR1K-13 is used in rectifier-source circuits to convert AC voltages to DC voltages. It is also used to provide voltage regulation in high-efficiency LED lighting systems, helping to ensure stable, high-quality illumination.