Full bridge rectifier

A Full wave rectifier is a circuit arrangement which makes use of both half cycles of input alternating current (AC) and converts them to direct current (DC).

How it works-

Depiction of the working of a full bridge rectifier

Materials-

4 1N4007 diodes, a 500v capacitor ,

transformer of your choice(optional),

solder iron and solder metal.

Procedure-

Connect the diodes as shown in the figure and solder them .

Connect the capacitor in parallel to the output wires(not shown).you can connect these arrangement to either a transformer or directly to the power supply.

Precautions-

Diodes are not supposed to be connected in reverse bias.

A.C is dangerous, handle the apparatus carefully.