--- In Electronics_101@..., "Flux" <bene-tam@d...> wrote:
I know that using 4 diodes can do that
but can anyone give an example and point out what I shoudl take care
during the selection of the components(e.g. specification, model,
type....)
Thanks
For general rectification of up to an Amp, with no special
requirements, I also use the 1n400x family. I have some generic 3A
diodes in a power supply and a 25A, 50PIV bridge module in another
power supply.
There are special cases where special diode selection is important.
For example, if you are rectifying very low voltages, you may want to
use low forward voltage diodes like Schottky diodes. There are also
alternative devices for noise reduction. Yes, a standard rectifier can
generate enough noise to keep a device from passing FCC requirements.
These alternatives are more expensive than either regular diodes in a
bridge circuit, or bridge modules.
