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ETN2A Prac 1

This practical report by Thapelo Kevin Sebogo focuses on the basic behavior of diodes in electronic circuits, specifically through the construction and analysis of half-wave and full-wave rectifier circuits. The objectives include measuring voltages and analyzing waveforms using various equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes. The results confirm the theoretical predictions regarding diodes' roles in converting alternating current to direct current.

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ETN2A Prac 1

This practical report by Thapelo Kevin Sebogo focuses on the basic behavior of diodes in electronic circuits, specifically through the construction and analysis of half-wave and full-wave rectifier circuits. The objectives include measuring voltages and analyzing waveforms using various equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes. The results confirm the theoretical predictions regarding diodes' roles in converting alternating current to direct current.

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ETNEEA2

PRACTICAL NO. 1: BASIC DIODE


CIRCUITS

By
Student Name: Thapelo Kevin Sebogo
Student Number: 224058796
Date: 02 March 2025

I confirm that this practical report is my work. It is not copied from any other person’s work
(published or unpublished) and has not previously been submitted for assessment in this or
any other course at this or any other university.
Signed: Date: 02 March 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................3
2. OBJECTIVES.............................................................................................. 3
3. LIST OF EQUIPMENT USED.............................................................................3
4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION. ..........................................................................4
5. CONCLUSION.............................................................................................5
6. REFERENCES............................................................................................. 5

Figure 1 Half-wave rectifier circuit setup...........................................................................4


Figure 2 - The forward-biased circuit......................................................................4
Figure 3 - The reversed-biased circuit....................................................................5
Figure 4 - The full wave rectifier............................................................................ 5

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1. Introduction.
The goal of this experiment is to get some knowledge of the basic behaviour observed in
diodes, and how they are used in electronic circuits. Building different circuits that have
diodes and keeping track of important factors like voltages and currents are among the
objectives. Through this research, we learn about how diodes work in electronic circuits and
what role they play in rectification.

This experiment has parts that involve a construction of a basic diode circuits. Voltage and
current will be measured using a multimeter specific points in the circuits. Additionally,
oscilloscope measurements will be conducted to observe voltage waveforms in half-wave and
full-wave rectifier circuits.

A diode is a semiconductor device with two terminals, a positive terminal called an anode and
a negative terminal called a cathode. A diode allows current to flow in only one direction[1].

2. Objectives.
• To design three basic diode circuits and measure voltages across specified points.
• To understand the operation of half-wave and full-wave rectifier circuits.
• To measure and analyse voltage waveforms in rectifier circuits using an oscilloscope.

3. List of equipment used..


Equipment used Equipment background
Resistors Components used to limit current flow in circuits.

Regulated power supply Provides alternating current for input signals

Diodes Semiconductor devices allowing current flow in one


direction[1],[2]

A digital oscilloscope Device for observing voltage waveforms in circuits.

Breadboard Used for circuit construction of circuits

Mutimeter Instrument for measuring


voltage, current, and
resistance.

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4. Results and discussion.

Figure 1 Half-wave rectifier circuit setup

Figure 2 - The forward-biased circuit

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Figure 3 - The reversed-biased circuit

Figure 4 - The full wave rectifier

5. Conclusion.
In conclusion, the sequence of experiments carried out on fundamental diode circuits
produced significant practical understandings regarding the characteristics of diodes and their
essential functions in rectifier circuits[3]. The goals were successfully achieved by the
building of multiple circuit configurations and the careful measurement of relevant
parameters. Analyses of the data showed that they were almost exactly in line with theoretical
predictions, demonstrating the reliability as well as efficacy of diodes in enabling alternating
current to be converted to direct current in electronic systems[3].

6. References.
[1] “What is a Diode? | Fluke.” Accessed: Feb. 28, 2024. [Online]. Available:
https://www.fluke.com/en/learn/blog/electrical/what-is-a-diode

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[2] “Rectifier Diode: Guide to Functionality and Circuits.” Accessed: Mar. 06, 2024.
[Online]. Available: https://www.build-electronic-circuits.com/rectifier-diode/ 9

[3] “Circuit analysis | Electrical engineering | Science | Khan Academy.” Accessed: Mar. 06,
2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.khanacademy.org/science/electrical engineering/ee-
circuit-analysis-topic

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