Air University:: M. Hamza Amin 191862 To Observe The Behavior of A Full Wave Bridge Rectifier
Air University:: M. Hamza Amin 191862 To Observe The Behavior of A Full Wave Bridge Rectifier
Air University:: M. Hamza Amin 191862 To Observe The Behavior of A Full Wave Bridge Rectifier
LAB ASSESSMENT:
Data presentation
Experimental results
Conclusion
Lab#06
FULL WAVE BRIDGE RECTIFIER
OBJECTIVE:
To observe the behavior of a Full Wave Bridge Rectifier.
EQUIPMENT:
Transformer
Diode
Proteus
Resistances (1kΩ)
Connecting wires
DISCUSSION:
Full-Wave Rectification:
A full-wave rectifier converts the whole of the input waveform to one of constant polarity
(positive or negative) at its output. Full-wave rectification converts both polarities of the input
waveform to DC (direct current), and is more efficient. However, in a circuit with a non-center
tapped transformer, four diodes are required instead of the one needed for half-wave
rectification. Four rectifiers arranged this way are called a diode bridge or bridge rectifier.
For single-phase AC, if the transformer is center-tapped, then two diodes back-to- back form a
full-wave rectifier. Twice as many windings are required on the transformer secondary to obtain
the same output voltage compared to the bridge rectifier above.
The Bridge Rectifier:
Bridge rectifier uses a normal transformer with 4 diodes arranged as a bridge. The working and
operation of a full wave bridge rectifier is pretty simple. The circuit diagrams and waveforms are
given below which will help you understand the operation of a bridge rectifier perfectly. In the
circuit diagram, 4 diodes are arranged in the form of a bridge. The transformer secondary is
connected to two diametrically opposite points of the bridge at points A and C. The load
resistance RL is connected to bridge through points B and D.
Full Wave Bridge Rectifier – Circuit Diagram with Input and Output Wave forms.
LAB TASKS
TASK:
Circuit Diagram:
Vout = .................................
Proteus circuit:
After simulation: