Selecting the Optimum Bridge Rectifier for Full Wave AC/DC Rectification

In the world of modern electronics, efficiency begins from energy conversion. Whether you are designing for consumer gadgets, household appliances or industrial smart grids, achieving reliable and stable AC/DC rectification is essential. Every battery-powered or wall-plug-powered electronics requires careful considerations at choosing the right Bridge Rectifier with optimized balance between product layout and performance.

The basic function of a full-wave Bridge Rectifier is to convert the alternating currenct(AC) to direct current(DC). Four diodes are integrated in a single-phase Bridge Rectifier or six diodes in a three-phase Bridge Rectifier. Molded in plastic or metal package, Won-Top Electronics' wide variety of Bridge Rectifiers enables complete AC/DC switching mode power supplies applications from low power battery chargers, medium power notebook adaptors, up to high wattage server power supplies. Our products help design engineers conform with energy efficiency legislations such as 80 Plus by maximizing conversion efficiency and power factor correction while reducing stand-by power consumption.

Won-Top Electronics manufactures a complete line of Bridge Rectifiers which can meet the power and case style of almost all electronics equipment. Key product families and niche applications include:

Surface Mount Bridge Rectifiers

Built in small-form size where board space and heat dissipation are critical, these miniature bridges are designed for space saving and high power density applications such as battery chargers for smart phones, tablets, digital cameras or the lighting products like LED lamps and ballasts.

Single-In-Line Bridge Rectifiers

These bridges are constructed with four leads in a line. The slim and sleek package solves the design challenge of compact and terse product layout. Won-Top Electronics offers the most complete packages of this family with current range from 1.5A to 50A, voltage from 50V to 1200V. They are ideal for adaptors of notebook computers, consumer electronics, household appliances or desktop power supplies.

Chassis Mount Bridge Rectifiers

Housed in a square epoxy or metal case with fast-on lug or wire lead terminals, these devices feature high power density capability with optimized thermal resistance and excellent heat dissipation. Main applications include sever power supplies and Uninterruptible Power Supply(UPS).

Three Phase Bridge Rectifiers

Designed for high power industrial and instrumentation applications that generate three sine wave voltage of up to 1600V, these bridges are ideally suited for three phase motor drive where smooth operation, high efficiency, and low EMI noise are the crucial design considerations.